The donation included:

• Two armoured vehicles to the Kingdom of Spain;
• Four armoured vehicles, four armoured ambulances, two soft-skin ambulances, together with a spare-parts package and a 20-feet container, to the European Union Rule of Law Mission in Kosovo (EULEX Kosovo).

The official Hand-Over/Take-Over (HOTO) took place from 3 to 5 September. It brought together representatives of the Military Planning and Conduct Capability (MPCC) CJ8 team, alongside colleagues from EULEX Kosovo and the European External Action Service (EEAS).

The event was more than a logistical transfer. It demonstrated the EU’s true integrated approach: military and civilian pillars working seamlessly together to maximise impact. The MPCC ensured that the military assets were properly accounted for, maintained, and prepared for transfer. At the same time, EULEX Kosovo, as a civilian mission, ensured that the vehicles and equipment will be deployed directly to support rule of law operations in a challenging operational environment.

This cooperation highlighted the efficiency and cohesion of the EU’s approach to crisis management. Civilian and military actors did not operate in parallel, but side by side, complementing each other’s strengths. The result was a smooth and effective transfer process that reinforced the EU’s credibility as a global security actor.

By reallocating valuable mission assets rather than letting them go unused, the EU ensured that every resource continues to contribute to stability, security, and the rule of law. The successful HOTO serves as a practical example of how the EU’s comprehensive approach—bridging the civilian and military domains—delivers real added value on the ground.