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dragdritt t1_j62lkmv wrote

Reply to comment by Kvikkleire in Norway will send Leopard 2 tanks to Ukraine. The goverment is planning a larger contribution that will span several years. by Noxzen

So after all that fucking noise from Poland they're barely even giving more than Norway??

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dont_trip_ t1_j62xzzw wrote

Gotta remember that it's more nuanced than just a numbers game, Poland and Norway have different geographical placement, strategic need and financial situation. The Norwegian tanks are also 40 year old L2A4NO once bought used from Netherlands. They have obviously been upgraded several times, but Norway has been discussing throwing out all 40-50 L2A4 tanks and acquire 80 new L2A7 or South Koreas K2 Black Panther tanks.

Several high ranking officials in Norway suggest donating the majority of the tanks, like 30 ish.

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dragdritt t1_j631e02 wrote

Poland is also acquiring new tanks, so the situation isn't as different as you make it seem.

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