The first group of 635 Ukrainian fighters has finished a five-week advanced U.S. training course in Germany on sophisticated combat skills and armored vehicles, the Pentagon said on February 17. The troops were put through an intense course that prepared them to take Bradley fighting vehicles and M109 Paladins into battle. The training is expected to be critical in the coming spring offensive against the Russians. A second group of about 710 Ukrainian troops has arrived at the Grafenwoehr training area, Pentagon spokesman Brigadier General Pat Ryder said. To read the original story by AP, click here.
First Group Of Ukrainians Finishes Advanced U.S. Military Training In Germany
A Ukraine-bound Bradley fighting vehicle proceeds to load onto a carrier in North Charleston, South Carolina, on January 25.