US returns to Ramstein with warnings for Russia—and empty hands for Ukraine
At least half of NATO's 32 allies have committed to buy American weapons for Ukraine and 19 total…
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Ramstein Ukraine defence meeting set for London on 9 September
Defence officials from Ukraine's partner countries will meet face-to-face in London next month for the latest Ramstein format discussions
Germany pledges five Patriots, Norway — billions for drones, as Ukraine’s new defense chief leads first major international push since taking office
The allies agree to fast-track weapons delivery to Ukraine amid Russian air terror escalation.
New Ukrainian defense chief tests his negotiation skills during Ramstein meeting as Putin answers Trump’s ultimatum with escalated attacks
Just days into his role, Denys Shmyhal faces a double crisis: securing billions in Western aid while Russia signals its refusal to peace with a fresh wave of strikes.
Kyiv unveils joint manufacturing plan with Ramstein coalition, aiming to build weapons at home and abroad
All of weapons will supply the Ukrainian military.
Ukrainian workshops forge tomorrow’s weapons with allies while Washington watches from sidelines
As the US Defense Secretary misses Ramstein, Ukraine and its European partners strike a game-changing pact: not just weapons, but weapons factories—on Ukrainian soil.
Russo-Ukrainian war, day 1143: Germany announces € 11 billion aid for Ukraine at Ramstein meeting
The announcement comes as President Zelenskyy urgently requests 10 Patriot systems from Ramstein allies following Russia's deadliest attack on Ukrainian children.
Ukraine proposes hosting next Ramstein meeting, involving military and defense industry representatives
After securing €21 billion in new military aid at Brussels meeting, Ukraine proposes hosting the next Ramstein format gathering to connect international partners directly with Ukrainian forces and defense manufacturers.
Germany commits € 11 billion through 2029, leads new Electronic Warfare Coalition for Ukraine at Ramstein meeting
Defense Minister Pistorius announces a comprehensive security package including crucial air defense systems and the formation of a specialized electronic warfare coalition aimed at countering Russia's battlefield advantages in signal jamming and drone operations.
Defense representatives from over 50 countries meet in Brussels to discuss Ukraine’s aid as Healey calls 2025 “critical” for Kyiv
UK Defense Secretary John Healey declares 2025 "critical" for Ukraine at NATO Headquarters meeting.
Zelenskyy: Ukraine Defense Contact Group to focus on Patriot systems and arms production at Ramstein meeting
The 11 April defense talks will address critical air defense shortages and explore establishing weapons production facilities within Ukraine.
Defense News: US defense chief to skip Ramstein meeting on Ukraine’s support for first time since 2022
European allies express growing concerns about American isolationism as Hegseth's absence marks the first time in 26 sessions that the Ukraine Defense Contact Group will convene without US defense leadership.
UK, Germany to take over Ramstein group leadership as US abandons military aid to Ukraine
Germany and UK assume joint leadership of the 50-nation Ukraine Defense Contact Group as US halts military aid, highlighting growing transatlantic divisions over Ukraine's future and NATO membership prospects.
Lithuania transfers sights with thermal imagers to Ukraine
Over this year, the country plans to address Ukraine's most urgent needs - air defense, ammunition, drones, and jammers.
Ukraine seeks Trump’s approval to buy US arms with $300 billion in frozen Russian assets
The request follows a Ramstein meeting where new US Defense Secretary Hegseth called Ukraine's NATO membership 'unrealistic.'
Pentagon chief rules out Ukraine’s NATO membership, says liberating Russian-occupied territories “unrealistic”
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth unveiled the Trump administration's vision for ending the war in Ukraine, explicitly rejecting previously stated goals of NATO membership and territorial restoration.
Ramstein meeting starts in Brussels as UK takes chair for first time
Ukraine's Defense Minister Rustem Umerov joins international partners in Brussels as the Ramstein format meeting undergoes leadership changes.
US Defense chief announces no new Ukraine aid plans ahead of Ramstein meeting – WP
US Defense Secretary Hegseth will attend the NATO meeting previously without plans to announce new Ukraine aid.
Zelenskyy: Strong weapons packages vital as Ukraine counts on Ramstein coalition ahead of first meeing in UK
With the UK chairing for the first time, the future of the coalition remains a key question.
Politico: US Defense Secretary Hegseth to attend NATO Ukraine meeting, but no new arms expected
Over 50 defense ministers gather in Brussels next week amid uncertainty over American military support for Ukraine, while Britain steps into Washington's traditional leadership role.