The Czech Republic's
new centre-right Cabinet has said unequivocally that it would back Ukraine in
the stalemate.
"We have a wide
range of choices, from political and diplomatic support to acts like ammunition
donations, which I consider a significant solidarity expression," Defence
Minister Jana Cernochova said.
According to the
ministry, Ukraine sought assistance to help with its defence preparations as
Russia concentrates military assets along Ukraine's borders.
It was stated that the
ammo was for 152mm artillery.
If Russia invades
Ukraine, the Czech government has indicated its support for tough Western
sanctions.
Russia denies plotting an assault but warns that it may resort to unspecified military action if its security demands are not satisfied.
Czech Army has Samohybná
Kanónová Húfnica vzor 77 (ShKH-77) wheeled 152 mm self-propelled artillery gun in
the inventory, which was introduced in the 1970s. Currently, the Czech Army
uses three main shell types: 152-EOF with a maximum range of 18 km, 152-EOFd, with
a maximum range of 20 km and 152-EPrSv, used for direct-fire at armoured
targets. The type of ammunition is not specified.
