Rheinmetall to build shell factory in Ukraine after finalizing joint production procedures
German defense giant moves forward with major manufacturing investment as cooperation deepens across multiple defense sectors.
Browsing Tag
shells
17 posts
Kallas: EU aims to deliver 2 million shells to Ukraine by October
The EU has achieved 80% of its commitment to supply Ukraine with 2 million artillery shells, with member states working to deliver the final 400,000 rounds by October
Zelenskyy: Ukraine’s getting 3 million shells—half from the Czechs
A Czech-backed push will deliver 1.8 million shells this year.
German optics firm circumvents sanctions to supply Russia through Turkish shell company – investigation
A German optical manufacturer has sold nearly $800,000 worth of military-grade sights to Russia during the Ukraine war, disguising them as non-military equipment.
Czech Republic pledges to extend ammunition initiative for Ukraine
Czech Foreign Minister Jan Lipavský says he cannot specify how many shells have been sent to Kyiv so far.
Reuters: India faces Russian pressure over shells used in Ukraine
This tacit support for Ukraine's defense efforts underscores India's delicate diplomatic balance and its growing aspirations in the international weapons market.
UK signs $ 392 mn deal for artillery shells to support Ukraine
The British initiative to sign a contract will supply 120,000 artillery shells to Ukraine.
Sweden’s ASC 890 aircraft to boost Ukraine’s defense against Russian targets
Sweden's new military aid package, valued at 13.3 billion kronor, includes the ASC 890 aircraft to help Ukraine detect enemy missiles and aircraft.
Russo-Ukrainian war, day 826: Ukraine’s strikes test limits of Western support for Ukraine
Ukraine has used Western-supplied weapons to strike targets within Russia, according to reports, testing the boundaries of allied support. France and Germany appear open to such strikes, while the US remains opposed, highlighting divisions among Ukraine's partners.
Russia produces artillery shells three times faster than Ukraine’s Western allies
A major challenge for Ukraine's armed forces is Russia's ability to produce artillery shells around three times faster and for a quarter of the cost compared to Ukraine's Western allies.
Lithuania sends Ukraine recon drones, ammunition, generators
Lithuania delivers a new shipment of aid to Ukraine, including reconnaissance drones and ammunition, as stated by Defense Minister Laurynas Kasčiūnas.
Ukraine targets Russian radar station, air defense system, two ammo depots over past day
Overnight, Ukrainian air defenses successfully intercepted all of 10 Shahed drones launched by the Russian military.
Rheinmetall sending prototypes of 100km shells to Ukraine
Rheinmetall boosting output of artillery ammunition, sending Ukraine prototypes of 100 km range shells along with hundreds of thousands regular rounds in 2024.
Czechia aims to deliver at least 800,000 ammunition rounds to Ukraine by June
As Ukraine grapples with a severe artillery ammunition shortage, Czechia pledges to contribute tens of millions of euros to the ammunition initiative.
PM Shmyhal: Ukraine to boost defense manufacturing, allocate 50% of arms budget to local producers
Ukrainian PM Shmyhal announced plans to establish multiple defense manufacturing facilities in Ukraine, emphasizing that 50% of the budget for arms procurement will support local producers.
Belgium to fund $ 216 mn for Czech initiative to transfer 800K shells to Ukraine
The Czech initiative aims to urgently transfer 800,000 shells to Ukraine. The Czech President had earlier searched for the funds to transfer the ammunition.
Ukrainian military discover Chinese mortar shells in Russian positions
Ukrainian forces uncovered Chinese-made munitions, including 60mm mortar shells at Russian positions near the occupied city of Melitopol, which is raising new questions about potential Chinese military assistance to Russia.