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German defense corporation receives $1 bn order for TRML-4D radars, including for Ukraine

The German radar system has an instrumental range of 250 km, with fighter aircraft being detected at a range of 120 km and tactical missiles at a range of 60 km.

byBenjamin Looijen

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Daily review

Russo-Ukrainian War, day 884: Ukraine strikes Russian airfield in Crimea

Meanwhile, Estonian intelligence warns that Russia's war resources are likely to last beyond 2025.

byEuromaidan Press Staff

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Russo-Ukrainian War, day 883: Netherlands, Denmark to supply Ukraine with 14 Leopard 2 tanks

Meanwhile, Spain announced plans to provide Ukraine with a fully operational Hawk anti-aircraft battery by September.

byEuromaidan Press Staff

British Defense Minister John Healey and his German counterpart Boris Pistorius. Photo via Eastnews.ua.

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Politico: UK and Germany team up on defense as fears grow Trump might ditch Ukraine

Europe's two largest donors of military aid to Ukraine — Germany and Britain — are buddying up in a defense pact as fears grow that a victory for Donald Trump in November's US election could spell disaster for European security and Ukraine.

byBenjamin Looijen

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Third Patriot system arrives in Ukraine from Germany as Russia intensifies shelling

As Russian forces continue to target civilian areas and energy infrastructure in Ukraine, President Zelenskyy expressed gratitude to Germany and the US for providing another Patriot air-defense system to the country.

byVira Kravchuk

minister defense germany boris pistorius aid package ukraine

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Pistorius criticizes limited German defense budget, calls for more funds amid Russian threat

The 2024 draft budget disappoints Boris Pistorius, who seeks additional funding for military needs and Ukraine aid.

byOlena Mukhina

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Defense One: Top US Commander Cavoli advocates for increased Western aid to Ukraine

At the Aspen Security Forum, Gen. Chris Cavoli noted a significant shift in Europe's defense spending, with many nations now recognizing the need to exceed the two percent GDP benchmark.

byOlena Mukhina

Germany plans to halve Ukraine aid in 2025, Reuters reports

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Germany plans to halve Ukraine aid in 2025, Reuters reports

Germany is the second-largest military donor to Ukraine after the United States.

byYevheniia Martyniuk

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German opposition leader Merz calls for fighter jet deliveries to Ukraine

Friedrich Merz, leader of Germany's opposition CDU party, urges the country to supply fighter jets to Ukraine, saying the air sovereignty is crucial to defend against escalating Russian missile attacks on civilian targets.

byYuri Zoria

A German Leopard 1 A5 combat tank, illustrative image. Photo via Eastnews.ua.

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39 tanks, HIMARS and ammunition: Germany covertly hands over huge shipment of weapons to Ukraine

Germany is covertly stepping up arms aid for Ukraine. This is demonstrated by a huge military package including tanks and HIMARS rocket launchers, which was delivered to Ukraine at the end of June beginning of July.

byBenjamin Looijen

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Germany bolsters Ukraine’s air defense against Russian missiles with third Patriot system

As Russia persists in its bombardment of Ukrainian civilians and energy infrastructure across various oblasts, German Ambassador to Ukraine announced that Germany delivered a third Patriot air defense system to Ukraine and that the Ukrainian military personnel completed their training to operate it in Germany.

byVira Kravchuk

A Panzerhaubitze 2000 self-propelled howitzer. Image: RFE/RL

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Military tech

Rheinmetall’s Ukrainian expansion is building a defense industry powerhouse

German arms manufacturer Rheinmetall is investing heavily in Ukraine, setting up joint production facilities for armored vehicles, ammunition, and air defense systems. The move aims to bolster Ukraine's defense capabilities and position Rheinmetall as the "number one option for the Ukrainian army."

byOlena MukhinaandbyBohdan Miroshnichenko

German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock

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German Foreign Minister: Ukraine aid is not “charity gesture” but rather “investment” in European security

Speaking at a conference on Germany's National Security Strategy, Annalena Baerbock stressed that the country is committed to protecting "every square centimeter" of Europe, emphasizing that supporting Ukraine is essential to this goal.

byVira Kravchuk

Chairman of the Munich Security Conference Christoph Heusgen. Photo via Eastnews.ua.

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Chairman Munich Security Conference: Only NATO membership will bring long-term peace to Ukraine

The former German UN ambassador and current chairman of the Munich Security Conference, Christoph Heusgen, advocates maximum toughness against Russia.

byBenjamin Looijen

A Ukrainian soldier, illustrative image. Photo via Eastnews.ua

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Germany may hold more basic training for Ukrainian army recruits

"We have received more training requests as Ukraine continues to mobilize, in particular for basic training'' Lieutenant-General Andreas Marlow, head of the EU's special training command near Berlin, said in an interview on Thursday 27 June.

byBenjamin Looijen

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Germany, Poland, France to hold joint military exercises in 2025

Germany, France & Poland (Weimar Triangle) agree to a joint military exercises in Poland in 2025.

byMaria Tril

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Germany transfer over 40 trucks for Ukrainian border guards at front

Germany has delivered 41 Mercedes Arocs trucks to Ukraine, which will be used by the State Border Guard…

byMaria Tril

eu proposes sanctions chinese firms aiding russia’s drone production national flag people's republic china (prc) eu's proposed 15th package targets over 50 individuals 30 entities focusing allegedly russian military technology

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German vice chancellor warns China of economic fallout over Russia’s support

Germany's Vice Chancellor Robert Habeck linked China's support for Russia to potential economic consequences during talks in Beijing on 22 June.

byMaria Tril

German Federal police officer protecting the city

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Three men arrested for spying on Ukrainian target in Germany

Three spies from Ukraine, Armenia, and Russia were taken into custody by German police in Frankfurt am Main on 19 June for allegedly gathering information on behalf of an undisclosed foreign secret service.

byVira Kravchuk

A Ukrainian soldier prepares 155mm artillery shells in his fighting position. Illustrative image, photo via Eastnews.ua.

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Rheinmetall received largest order in company history for supply of ammunition, including to Ukraine

The main purpose of the order is to replenish the stocks held by the German army and its allies, as well as to provide support to Ukraine in its defense.

byBenjamin Looijen