Germany's hesitancy to send Leopard 2 tanks to Ukraine, citing the complexity of Abrams tanks and reacting controversially to Poland's offer, indicates a cautious approach in military aid.

Despite stating it would send Leopard 2 tanks to Ukraine if the U.S. sent Abrams tanks to Germany, Germany reportedly used the complexity and maintenance requirements of Abrams tanks as a reason for not sending their own. Additionally, Germany's response to Poland's offer to send Leopard tanks to Ukraine was controversial, indicating reluctance.