Ukraine built the defense industry of the future while fighting for survival
Ukrainian forces increasingly buy weapons directly from startups, avoiding traditional government contracting.
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Ukrainian military to receive 15,000 robots in 2025
Almost all robots will be manufactured in Ukraine, as foreign models are significantly more expensive, the director of the Ministry of Defense procurement department said.
Türkiye supports immediate ceasefire in Russia’s war against Ukraine
Turkish President Erdoğan reaffirmed Türkiye’s support for Ukraine’s territorial integrity and said Ankara is ready to contribute to negotiations and host potential peace talks.
Ukraine’s military relies on 70% international aid for frontline equipment
Ukraine is expanding domestic production to meet combat needs and reduce import dependence, Deputy Defense Minister says.
Ukrainian defense ministry acquires first locally-made military trucks under state guarantees
More than 50% of the production of these trucks is localized in Ukraine.
Ukraine’s Defense Minister faces backlash over procurement leader firing
Umierov removed procurement chief Bezrukova over delivery issues, sparking concerns about weapon supplies amid Russia's battlefield advances.
Thousands of Lithuanian drones for Ukraine stuck in warehouses
Lithuanian Defense Ministry faces criticism over bureaucratic delays preventing delivery of thousands of drones to Ukraine, despite completed procurement and successful trials, LRT says.
Ukraine’s Defense Ministry greenlights over 1,300 military equipment items in 2024
Among those are 251 types of aerial drones and 57 ground-based missile systems.