The Italian government is preparing to send a second SAMP/T air defense system to Ukraine, along with an undisclosed number of 155 mm artillery shells and other military capabilities. This aid is in response to Kyiv’s request for allies to donate equipment to counter Russia’s attacks on the country’s energy infrastructure. The package will be presented at the G7 summit in Puglia, Italy, starting on June 13.
The SAMP/T’s radar system can track up to 100 targets simultaneously at a range of up to 74 miles (120 kilometers) and an altitude of 12 miles (20 kilometers). Italy previously delivered its first SAMP/T to Ukraine in 2023, with Ukrainian servicemen trained to operate the system in Rome. Italy’s ongoing support for Ukraine includes providing Storm Shadow air-launched cruise missiles and supporting economic sanctions against Russia by the EU and NATO.
