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NATO Chief Says Ukraine Support Will Not Falter Despite Iran War
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General Alexus Grynkewich, Commander of NATO’s Allied Command Operations in Europe, recently stated that the delivery of military equipment to Ukraine is moving forward despite ongoing military operations in Iran.
The general provided these assurances during a testimony before the US Senate Armed Services Committee, according to European Pravda on March 12.
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The statement came in response to questions from Senator Jack Reed regarding the strategic impact of the situation in the Persian Gulf. The senator raised concerns that the need for Patriot interceptors in the Middle East and rising oil prices could potentially benefit Vladimir Putin during Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
"We continue to provide weapons to Ukraine. I will provide specific details on this in a closed session later. But, I assure you–the support continues," Grynkewich said.
Regarding the economic impact, the general noted that the effect of higher oil prices depends on the duration of the military actions against Iran. He stated that both President Donald Trump and the Pentagon are aware of the situation and are managing the risks.
European leaders have also weighed in on the shifting global focus. European Council President António Costa suggested that Russia currently benefits from the situation in the Middle East due to rising energy costs and a potential decrease in international attention toward Ukraine.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz echoed concerns, warning about the broader implications for the war in Ukraine. He emphasized the necessity of maintaining consistent support for the Ukrainian defense.
European Council President António Costa warned that Russia had become the sole beneficiary of the Middle East crisis. He stated that the surge in energy prices and the diversion of global attention away from Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine played directly into the Kremlin's hands.
Costa emphasized that Moscow utilized these additional resources to fund its military operations, while simultaneously attempting to regain lost revenue by offering to stabilize the market in exchange for lifting sanctions.
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