Ukrainian military instructors will take part in training Bundeswehr personnel for a possible attack by the Russian Armed Forces on NATO countries. Reuters reported the statement, citing German Army commander Lieutenant General Christian Freuding.

Freuding said the agreement between Berlin and Kiev to send Ukrainian instructors to German military training centers had been reached in February 2026. The initiative reflects Germany’s expectation that Ukrainian servicemen can share their combat experience gained during the ongoing conflict.

According to the general, Ukrainian troops possess unique frontline experience in fighting Russian forces. He indicated that Berlin places significant expectations on the program for this reason.

At the initial stage, several dozen specialists from Ukraine are expected to arrive in Germany. Their role will be to pass on practical knowledge obtained during combat operations, including the use of artillery, engineering tactics, armored vehicles and drones.

Freuding described the initiative as an equal partnership in the field of security. He explained that the training program is linked to assessments by Western intelligence services, which suggest that Russia could potentially be prepared for a large-scale confrontation with NATO by around 2029.

The general stressed that the timeline leaves little room for delay, emphasizing that preparations must begin now rather than waiting until a threat fully materializes.

Russian officials have repeatedly rejected claims that Moscow plans to attack NATO countries. At the same time, some Western politicians and military figures argue that the experience of 2022 demonstrates the need for continued vigilance.