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German Defense Minister reveals RCH-155 howitzers delivered to Ukraine

Bottom line

German Defense Minister confirmed delivery of RCH-155 howitzers to Ukraine.

Why it matters

Demonstrates continued German military support and provision of advanced artillery systems to Ukraine.

German Defense Minister Pistorius revealed that RCH-155 wheeled howitzers have been delivered to Ukraine, stating the system is ‘meeting with great approval.’ A total of 54 were ordered for Ukraine at roughly €890 million, highlighting continued German military support.

Evidence — 1 independent origin

Clash Reportsource Corigin16 Aug 2026 t.me

Original text (excerpt)

German Defense Minister Pistorius accidentally revealed during a factory visit that RCH-155 wheeled howitzers have been delivered to Ukraine, saying the system is "meeting with great approval" for its capabilities. Total of 54 ordered for Ukraine at roughly €890 million.

NamedRCH-155Boris PistoriusTopicsgermany manufacturing ukraine war

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History · version 1 · first published 16 Aug 2026 · last substantive update 17 Aug 2026

Cite this finding

Robot War (2026). German Defense Minister reveals RCH-155 howitzers delivered to Ukraine. Hetzner OSINT, 16 August 2026. https://robotwar.io/osint-hetzner/2026-08-16--german-defense-minister-reveals-rch-155-howitzers-delivered-to-ukraine/

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