Germany’s reluctance to send tanks to Ukraine has been a source of contention between Germany and the United States, with Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy pleading for the tanks to help in the fight against Russian-backed separatists.

The tanks in question are Leopard 2 battle tanks, which are considered to be one of the most advanced tanks in the world. They are heavily armored and have a long-range gun, making them a powerful asset in combat.

However, Germany has been hesitant to send the tanks to Ukraine, citing political culture as the root of their caution. Germany’s reluctance to send arms to conflict zones is rooted in its history, particularly in the wake of World War II.

The US, however, has urged Germany to reconsider its stance, arguing that the tanks are necessary for Ukraine to protect itself from Russian aggression.

The debate over the tanks has been ongoing for months, with Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy making a plea for Germany to provide the tanks. The German government has yet to make a final decision, but it is clear that the issue is unlikely to be resolved anytime soon.