European Parliament and Council negotiators agree on defense industry program running through 2027, with dedicated instrument bringing Ukrainian manufacturers into EU supply chains from the start.
Romania is reviving its defense industry with U.S. and German partners, building drone and gunpowder plants in Brașov while expanding production of tanks and vehicles.
Intelligence documents expose how European CNC technology powers Russian tank production, creating leverage points for coordinated sanctions enforcement.
The Rheinmetall facility signals Western allies' recognition that supporting Ukraine requires dedicated industrial capacity rather than temporary weapons transfers.
Ukraine’s defense relies on rapid innovation, cutting-edge drones, and creative battlefield technology, while Russia counters with sheer numbers and relentless production.