Kyiv sends 2,350 drones of various types to hottest frontline sectors
The Kyiv community has handed over another major batch of drones—2,350 in total—to some of the hottest sectors of the frontline.
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05 July 2025
04 July 2025
Ukrainian defense companies to launch production in Denmark
Ukraine and Denmark have signed an agreement enabling Ukrainian defense industry manufacturers to export their technologies abroad.
PM Shmyhal honors 'Edelweiss' brigade soldiers during visit to Donetsk region
During a working visit to the Donetsk region, Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal presented members of the 10th Separate Mountain Assault Brigade “Edelweiss” with certificates of honor from the Cabinet of Ministers, along with valuable gifts.
02 July 2025
MoD turns to U.S. for clarifications on defense supplies
The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has requested a phone call with U.S. counterparts to clarify the details of further defense supplies.
Sweden slates UAH 590M for Ukraine cybersecurity
The Swedish International Development Agency, Sida, is allocating a new assistance package within the framework of the Tallinn Mechanism, an international initiative that coordinates assistance from 11 partner countries in strengthening cyber resilience.
01 July 2025
Latvia to send 42 Patria vehicles to Ukraine
On July 1, Latvia’s Cabinet of Ministers approved the transfer of 42 Patria 6x6 armored personnel carriers and other military materiel to the Ukrainian armed forces to support Ukraine's fight against Russian aggression.
Germany to finance production of over 500 drones in Ukraine
After the promise of German Chancellor Friedrich Merz to help Kyiv with long-range weapons, the first contract has been signed off for the production of long-range UAVs in Ukraine.
Ukraine, 'Ramstein' partners launch joint weapons production program
A new joint weapons production program with international partners is now being launched in Ukraine and in Ramstein-format partner countries.
Ukrainian General Staff orders comprehensive audit of all countermeasures against Russian drones
The Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Major General Andrii Hnatov, has ordered a comprehensive audit of all components involved in countering Russian drones.
30 June 2025
Ukraine needs new weapons investment, drones as priority
During upcoming negotiations with EU countries, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will focus on investments in weapons production in Ukraine, particularly long-range drones, interceptor drones, etc.
RONNI-13 fiber-optic drone approved for use by Ukrainian Armed Forces
The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has officially codified and approved the domestically produced RONNI-13 unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) for deployment in the Armed Forces.
Norway to deploy F‑35 jets to Poland for Rzeszów hub protection
This fall, Norway will send F-35 fighter jets to Poland, strengthening its contribution to NATO's air and missile defense.
108th Edelweiss Battalion opens first recruiting point in Chernivtsi
The Edelweiss Brigade deployed in Chernivtsi their first personal recruiting center.
29 June 2025
Ukraine’s Presidential Office sums up this week’s defense-related international events
Deputy Head of the Ukrainian President’s Office, Pavlo Palisa, reflected on the results achieved at a number of international events that took place this week in terms of Ukraine’s defense.
Zelensky: In defense, anti-personnel mines often have no alternative
Anti-personnel mines are a tool that very often has no alternative when a country’s armed forces are on a defensive.
Demining Coalition raises EUR 93M for Ukraine since year-start
The amount of contributions to the accounts of the Demining Capabilities Coalition of Ukraine (DMCC) in 2025 has already reached EUR 93 million.
Lithuania tells UN of pulling from landmine ban treaty
Lithuania has submitted to UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres documents on the country’s withdrawal from the Ottawa Convention, which proscribes the use, stockpiling, production, and transfer of anti-personnel mines.
28 June 2025
Minister Umerov: Ukraine to supply over 4M drones to front by year end
Ukraine is expanding its drone production capabilities, and now Ukrainian manufacturers can already produce more than 4 million drones annually.
27 June 2025
European and Ukrainian security interlinked – Costa
European security is interlinked with the security of Ukraine, which is why the EU consistently supports achieving a just and lasting peace and is assisting Ukraine on its path to EU membership.
Legend and Zmiy: Ukraine field-testing mine clearance equipment
Modern systems for the ground robotic cleaning of territories from explosive items, presented by Ukrainian producers and international partners, have been field-tested at the Ukrainian Training and Testing Complex (UTTC).
26 June 2025
The Netherlands, Belgium hand Ukraine two minesweepers
The Netherlands and Belgium have handed over two minesweeping vessels to Ukraine.
MoD Ukraine discusses army needs with Norwegian delegation
Deputy Minister of Defense of Ukraine Valeriy Churkin held a meeting with State Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Norway, ivind Van Petersen, emphasized the need of Ukraine’s Defense Forces for additional air and missile defense systems.
25 June 2025
Zelensky discusses with Trump possibility of drone co-producution
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he had discussed the joint production of drones with U.S. President Donald Trump in The Hague on June 25.
24 June 2025
Netherlands signs contracts to produce 600,000 drones for Ukraine
The Netherlands has signed contracts to produce 600,000 drones for Ukraine as part of the “Drone Line” project, with deliveries expected to begin this year.
UK to fund purchase of Ukrainian drones for three years under joint production initiative
The United Kingdom will finance the procurement of a wide range of UAVs over the first three years as part of a joint drone production initiative with Ukraine.
Finland preparing EUR 143M military aid package for Ukraine
The Finnish government announced on Monday that it is preparing a new military aid package for Ukraine worth EUR 143 million.
Norway to produce uncrewed surface vessels in Ukraine
Norway’s Defence Ministry has announced that the country will develop and produce uncrewed surface vessels (USVs) in Ukraine.
23 June 2025
Ukraine, UK agree on joint drone production – Zelensky
President Volodymyr Zelensky and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer have agreed on additional measures to jointly produce interceptor drones and long-range drones during their recent meeting.
22 June 2025
Norwegian NASAMS manufacturer opens office in Ukraine
Norwegian company Kongsberg Defense & Aerospace, known for producing NASAMS air defense systems, has opened an office in Ukraine.
Ukrainian military leadership and Norway’s defense minister discuss bilateral cooperation
In Kyiv, Ukraine’s Defense Minister Rustem Umerov, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces General Oleksandr Syrskyi, and Chief of the General Staff Major General Andrii Hnatov held high-level talks with Norwegian Defense Minister Tore Onshuus Sandvik to strengthen bilateral defense cooperation.