Zelensky discusses expansion of PURL program with Rutte
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte discussed the effectiveness and further expansion of the PURL initiative.
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25 September 2025
22 September 2025
Ukraine allocates UAH 2B to boost ‘Drone Army. Bonus’ program for troops
The Cabinet of Ministers has allocated over UAH 2 billion (USD 54 million) to Ukraine’s Ministry of Defense to strengthen funding for the Drone Army. Bonus project.
18 September 2025
Ukraine, Poland to create joint drone operational group – DM Shmyhal
Ukraine and Poland have agreed to establish a joint operational group for unmanned aircraft systems (UAS).
Ministry of Defense procures 1,000 tactical mobility vehicles for AFU via Prozorro
The Defense Procurement Agency of Ukraine’s Ministry of Defense, at the request of the military, has made its first major procurement of 1,000 tactical mobility vehicles through the Prozorro system.
16 September 2025
Ukraine approves three fiber-optic FPV drone systems for military use
The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has codified three fiber-optic FPV systems produced by the JSC Ukroboronprom enterprises.
15 September 2025
Ukraine completes final tests of 40+ km range strike drones ahead of frontline deployment
The Brave1 defense cluster has conducted final tests of kamikaze strike drones with a range exceeding 40 km; the systems will soon be used in combat.
14 September 2025
Ukrainian and Estonian defense ministers discuss bilateral cooperation in Kyiv
Ukrainian Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal met with his Estonian counterpart Hanno Pevkur in Kyiv to discuss bilateral defense cooperation.
13 September 2025
Ukrainian Defense Minister outlines formula to end war: army, arms, sanctions
Ukraine’s Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal said that a strong Ukrainian army, sufficient weapons, and powerful sanctions against the aggressor are essential to bring the war to an end.
Shmyhal visits innovative Ukrainian defense enterprise with international partners
Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal, together with international partners, visited one of Ukraine’s innovative defense enterprises.
Ukraine, EU discuss stronger sanctions on Russia, funding for Ukrainian defense industry
The Ukrainian Ministry of Defense met with a European Union delegation led by Matti Maasikas, Managing Director for Europe and Central Asia at the European External Action Service, to discuss the effectiveness of sanctions against Russia and the funding needs of Ukraine’s defense industry.
Neizhpapa in Romania calls on partners to unite efforts and firmly confront Russia
During a conference in Romania, Vice Admiral Oleksiy Neizhpapa, Commander of the Ukrainian Navy, called on international partners to join forces and firmly confront Russia.
Shmyhal and Kellogg discuss potential delivery of Patriot systems to Ukraine
Ukrainian Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal and U.S. Presidential Envoy Keith Kellogg met in Kyiv to discuss the possibility of Ukraine’s Defense Forces receiving new Patriot air defense systems and related munitions.
12 September 2025
SES and National Police destroy nearly 1 million explosive devices since 2022
Since the start of the full-scale war, the State Emergency Service and the National Police have destroyed nearly 1 million explosive devices.
11 September 2025
Rheinmetall to build ammunition plant in Ukraine, land already allocated
Ukrainian Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal held a meeting in London with Armin Papperger, CEO of the German defense company Rheinmetall AG, on the sidelines of the international arms exhibition DSEI.
Shmyhal, UK Defense Secretary discuss launch of Ukrainian drone production
Ukraine’s Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal and UK Defense Secretary John Healey discussed in London the practical implementation of the agreement on producing Ukrainian interceptor drones with British support.
10 September 2025
Ministry of Defense receives quadcopters from DRC to enhance mine clearance quality control
The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) has provided additional technical assistance to units of Ukraine’s Ministry of Defense as part of the project “Comprehensive Humanitarian Mine Action Program to Support Early Recovery in Ukraine, 2023–2026.”
08 September 2025
Umerov announces upcoming Technology HQ meeting
This week, a Technology Headquarters meeting will be held to address the provision of resources for Ukraine’s Defense Forces aimed at strengthening the protection of Ukrainian cities and enhancing the capability to carry out long-range strikes against Russia.
05 September 2025
In August, 80 new weapon systems approved for use by Ukrainian Armed Forces
During August 2025, Ukraine’s Ministry of Defense authorized 80 new models of weapons and military equipment for operational use in the Armed Forces.
04 September 2025
UK allocates USD 1.3B from frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine
The United Kingdom has provided Ukraine with over $1.3 billion (1 billion GBP) in military aid, funded by revenues from frozen Russian assets.
03 September 2025
Ukraine’s NATO PURL weapons fund exceeds USD 2B – Zelensky
President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that Ukraine’s NATO PURL fund, which is used to purchase weapons from the United States, has already surpassed $2 billion.
02 September 2025
Luxembourg to join NATO initiative to purchase U.S. arms for Ukraine
Luxembourg will join NATO’s PURL initiative to purchase U.S.-made weapons for further delivery to Ukraine.
DOT-Chain Defence delivers 5,600 drones to frontline in just one month
In its first month of operation, the DOT-Chain Defence system has delivered 5,600 drones to Ukraine’s frontlines, totaling UAH 216 million.
30 August 2025
Ukraine to purchase U.S. air defense equipment, satellite communication systems valued at over $300M
The U.S. Department of State has approved the sale of satellite communication systems to Ukraine, valued at approximately $150 million.
29 August 2025
Ukrainian defense companies to receive EUR 1.4B under ‘Danish model’ this year
Danish Minister of Defense Troels Lund Poulsen expects that Ukrainian defense enterprises will receive approximately EUR 1.4 billion in direct investments this year under the “Danish model.”
25 August 2025
DM Shmyhal, German Vice Chancellor discuss drone production, Rheinmetall projects
Ukraine’s Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal and German Vice Chancellor, Federal Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil, discussed Ukraine’s needs in financing weapons production and procurement, as well as strengthening Ukraine’s air defense.
DM Shmyhal discusses weapons supply, drone production with Romania’s counterpart
Ukraine’s Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal and Romania’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defense, Liviu-Ionuț Moșteanu, discussed U.S. weapons supplies and drone production during their meeting in Kyiv.
Ukrainian and Lithuanian Defense Ministers sign letter of intent on joint defense production
Ukrainian and Lithuanian Defense Ministers Denys Shmyhal and Dovilė Šakalienė signed a letter of intent on joint defense production.
UK to extend training program for Ukrainian troops until end of 2026
The United Kingdom will continue the Interflex training program for Ukrainian military personnel until the end of 2026.
24 August 2025
Ukraine, Canada sign agreement to boost weapons production
Ukraine and Canada have agreed to launch joint defense production. The agreement was signed today, on Ukraine’s Independence Day.
Norway allocates about $700 million for air defense systems for Ukraine
Norway is allocating approximately 7 billion Norwegian kroner (USD 696.12 million) to finance air defense systems for Ukraine.