London will host the subsequent Ramstein-format Ukraine Protection Contact Group (UDCG) summit in Brussels on Feb. 12, moderately than the U.S., the U.Ok. Joint Delegation to NATO confirmed on Feb. 6.

This would be the first Ramstein summit held below the U.Ok. since Donald Trump’s administration took workplace. The assembly will probably be chaired by NATO Secretary Normal Mark Rutte.

“The UDCG will collect forward of the NATO Protection Ministerial Assembly to debate priorities for Ukraine because the worldwide neighborhood continues to work collectively to help Ukraine in its battle in opposition to Putin’s unlawful invasion,” the assertion learn.

The way forward for the Ramstein's conferences stays unsure, as Trump has signaled his intent to shift U.S. coverage on Ukraine. A few of Ramstein’s features—other than organizing the conferences—have already been transferred to NATO.

The NATO Safety Help and Coaching for Ukraine (NSATU) mission has been launched in Wiesbaden, Germany, to coordinate weapons deliveries pledged by taking part international locations.

The UDCG, which incorporates greater than 50 international locations—together with all 32 NATO members—usually meets on the U.S. Ramstein Air Base in Germany. Its final gathering on Jan. 9 marked the twenty fifth assembly for the reason that group was established in April 2022.

On the earlier Ramstein assembly, discussions centered on strengthening Ukraine’s air defenses, together with the supply of latest air protection methods.

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