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Netherlands to Deliver 28 Viking Amphibious Vehicles to Ukraine, Says Minister Brekelmans

Aug 31, 2024, 07:40 PM

The Netherlands is set to deliver 28 Viking Bandvagn S10 amphibious armored vehicles to Ukraine. This decision was announced by Dutch Defense Minister Ruben Brekelmans on August 31, 2024. The vehicles, which are Swedish-made BvS 10 Viking armored two-link tracked transporters, will be transferred from the Dutch Marine Corps. Ukrainian soldiers have been trained by the Dutch Marines to operate these all-terrain vehicles. Brekelmans emphasized the importance of this support, stating that Ukraine urgently needs assistance in its ongoing conflict with Russia.