The New York Times: Ukraine received the first batch of US M1 Abrams tanks

The Armed Forces of Ukraine have received American M1 Abrams tanks.

Here's What We Know

The information was shared by The New York Times, citing the words of two officials in the US defence sector. We are talking about the first batch of tanks. Their number has not yet been disclosed, but earlier it was said about a figure of about 10 units. In total, Ukraine will receive 31 tanks from the United States. They will be transferred to the AFU in the coming months.

Flashback

M1 Abrams is the main battle tank of the US, which is currently one of the heaviest tanks. Its combat mass exceeds 62 tonnes. The Abrams is a heavily armed, armoured, mobile combat vehicle designed to fight in a variety of environments.

Source: NYT