Lithuania's Foreign Minister, Gabrielius Landsbergis, has called on the European Union (EU) to accelerate its promised delivery of one million artillery rounds to Ukraine. The call comes as concerns grow over the slow pace of the EU's delivery, which so far stands at 300,000 rounds, and the ongoing loss of Ukrainian lives.
According to a Bloomberg report on Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the EU's delivery is lagging behind North Korea's provision of 350,000 rounds to Russia. Landsbergis emphasized the need for immediate action and expressed confidence in the EU's capacity to surpass North Korea in ammunition support.
The commitment for the provision of one million artillery rounds was made during a joint meeting of EU defense and foreign affairs ministers on March 20, with a deadline set for March 2024. However, Landsbergis warned that at the current pace, the EU is likely to miss this deadline.
The sluggish pace and volume of supplies have not only drawn criticism from Landsbergis but also from Western media. The minister continues to press the EU for an expedited delivery process in order to fulfill its commitment and support Ukraine amidst ongoing conflict.
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