According to a report by "bne INTELLINEWS" dated April 27, 2024, Ukraine is set to receive an undisclosed number of 2S1 "Gvozdika" and 2S3 "Akatsya" howitzers, previously deployed by the Iraqi army, as part of its efforts to replenish lost artillery in the ongoing conflict. These howitzers were sold to a British company before being acquired for Ukraine. Reports suggest that the vehicles, which had been spotted in Germany, were originally owned by private entities and include units that were active during the Gulf War. Read full Defense News at this link ..
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| Former privately-owned 2S1 'Gvozdika' and 2S3 'Akatsya' howitzers, previously used by the Iraqi army during the Gulf War, recently purchased for Ukraine and spotted in Germany. (Picture source X Account B-AREV) |
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