US announces 24th Ramstein meeting take place on 6 September
The US Secretary of Defense will convene the 24th gathering of the Ramstein group on 6 September, which oversees the supply of weapons to Ukraine.
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UK intel: Russia’s Army 2024 Forum sees reduced attendance, focus on defense industry business
The Army 2024 Forum in Moscow prioritized defense industry business with diminished international participation, featuring delegations from Belarus, Iran, and North Korea, significant arms suppliers to Russia amid efforts to sustain the Ukraine war, per UK intelligence.
Ukroboronprom makes historic entry into top 50 global defense firms, Kamyshin says
Ukraine's state-owned defense conglomerate Ukroboronprom has risen 16 places to enter the top 50 global defense companies, driven by a 72% revenue increase in 2023, a minister says.
Zelenskyy confirms contracts for producing over 1,000,000 drones in 2024
President Zelenskyy announced increased funding for Ukraine's missile program and confirmed domestic contracts to produce over one million drones this year.
Ukraine surpasses Russia in long-range drone attacks in July
Ukraine outpaces Russia in long-range drone attacks, reportedly launching over 520 drones compared to Russia's 426 Shaheds in July.
UK intel: Russia purging defense industry of corrupt officials
Although it does tolerate some corruption, the Kremlin is conducting crackdowns on corrupt officials in the defense industry unable to find patrons or other forms of protection.
Slovakia boosts ammunition production, indirectly aiding Ukraine despite official stance
Slovakia increases ammunition production, aiding Ukraine indirectly while officially opposing military assistance, aiming for economic growth through defense industry.
Boeing and Antonov sign agreement to bolster Ukraine’s drone capabilities
A newly inked agreement between Boeing and Antonov covers potential joint efforts in training, logistics, and maintenance for drones, including systems like the ScanEagle, transferred to Ukraine.
Ukraine to boost defense budget with billions of dollars
In a bid to strengthen its defense sector, the Ukrainian government has allocated an additional $12 billion, focusing on new weaponry, military salaries, and infrastructure.
Ukraine and Czech Republic sign security agreement
The Czech Republic plans to continue helping Ukraine receive artillery shells with the support of partner countries. In addition, the agreement envisages the strengthening of ammunition production capacities in both countries and the establishment of joint ventures.
Zelenskyy announces new security pacts with Czechia, Slovenia, Ireland
Ukraine has already signed security agreements with 23 countries and the European Union and works on other pacts that strengthen arms supply, defense industry collaboration, and post-war reconstruction of Ukraine.
Ukraine inks defense deals with French firms at Eurosatory exhibition
At the Eurosatory 2024 defense exhibition, Ukrainian companies signed six agreements with French firms for joint ventures, service centers, drone production, radar navigation systems, and armored vehicle maintenance.
British Intelligence: Russia plans using more revenues from tax hikes to continue its war in Ukraine in 2025
UK Intelligence's latest update indicates that Russia's recent tax hikes are likely aimed at financing expanding financial obligations, including the war in Ukraine.
Reuters: Putin cannot dictate Ukraine’s peace terms, claims Lloyd Austin in Brussels
His remarks came as Ukraine prepares for a Global Peace Summit in Switzerland.
Ukraine aims to attract more global investment in domestic weapons production
Ukrainian soldiers are providing invaluable feedback to global defense companies by testing their weapons, equipment, and technologies in real combat situations, Defence Minister Rustem Umerov reveals.
Ukraine is nationalizing six enterprises that are part of Russia’s defense industry
Ukraine initiates the nationalization of six enterprises within Russia's defense sector, seeking to seize assets owned by a Russian corporation co-managing the companies.
Ukraine lacks USD 10 billion to contract all domestic weapons production capabilities — Minister
This year's budget revenue will allow to contract the domestic weapons production worth $10 billion, while the government…
Although Ukraine has resumed domestic production of artillery shells, supplies from partners will remain crucial — Minister
"No matter how much we produce and how much we increase our own capabilities, we will continue to depend on external supplies," the Minister of Strategic Industries Oleksandr Kamyshin highlighted.
Canada becomes the second country to commit to funding Ukrainian weapons production
This contribution is part of the ZBROYARI global fundraising campaign aimed at raising $10 billion this year for the production of Ukrainian weaponry.
Pistorius warns of Russia’s surplus arms production
"One could be naive and say he [Putin] is doing this out of caution. I, as a more skeptical person, would say in this case, he is doing this because he might have something in mind or could have something," he said.