The Czech Republic has added the purchase of up to 77 Leopard 2A8 modern battle tanks from German production to its list of strategic defence projects. In addition, the Cabinet in Prague on Wednesday approved the accession to a cooperation agreement, which provides for participation in joint procurement with Germany. According to the Czech Ministry of Defence, this is a critical interim step. The final approval by the government is expected by the end of the year. “Tanks remain an irreplaceable part of a heavy brigade,” said Defence Minister Jana Černochová. They combine high firepower, manoeu…