Italy mulls delivery of another SAMP/T system to Ukraine, says source

May 13, 2024

Defense News

ROME — Italy is considering sending a second SAMP/T air defense battery to Ukraine following pressure from allies to beef up arms deliveries to the war-torn country, a source has told Defense News.

“The Defence Ministry is keen, but a decision must be made by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. It is on her desk and the choice could be made in a week or two,” according to the political source with knowledge of the deliberations, who spoke on the condition of anonymity due to the sensitivity of the topic.

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