Berlin: Germany confirmed on Tuesday its first delivery of heavy weapons to Ukraine to help it resist Russian attacks. The decision was made after weeks of pressure at home and abroad to do so amid confusion over its position. German Defence Minister Christine Lambrecht said the government had authorized the delivery of “Gepard” anti-aircraft tanks from the stocks of company KMW.

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