Pentagon confirms SAG-U was always temporary, plans handover to European allies

The Pentagon confirmed that the Security Assistance Group-Ukraine (SAG-U) was designed as a temporary structure, with plans to gradually transfer command to European allies while maintaining support for Kyiv.

The Pentagon's confirmation clarifies the intended lifespan of the Security Assistance Group-Ukraine (SAG-U), a coordinating body established to streamline military aid to Kyiv. The statement indicates that the U.S. aims to transition leadership to European allies, reflecting a broader shift toward European-led security assistance. The timeline for the transfer has not been specified.

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