Ukraine to integrate domestic air defenses into NASAMS infrastructure
Kyiv teams up with Norway’s Kongsberg to link local systems with Western command modules.
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Canada may co-build weapons with Ukraine—and it could boost its economy
New partnerships could help Ukraine scale drone manufacturing while strengthening Canada’s defense economy.
Norwegian sea drone tech to be built in Ukraine to fight Russian navy
Kongsberg and a Ukrainian partner will jointly develop maritime drones with weapon systems, funded by $665 million.
Ukraine confirms Sapsan ballistic missile project advancing to serial production
The missile reportedly reached 5.2 Mach during 2024 tests, surpassing ATACMS velocity.
Ukraine new ballistic system “Sapsan” is faster than US-made ATACMS
Ukraine's missile shield is becoming a real force. The country is moving from testing to mass production of supersonic weapons.
Ukraine plans full production of Czech BREN 2 assault rifles
Czech sources confirm a gradual shift from simple licensed assembly to full production.
UK uses Russian frozen profits to back Ukraine with $ 3 bn defense deal
The ERA initiative aims to bolster arms production and repairs through 2026.
Ukraine clears combat-ready Varta 2 armored vehicle to face Russian forces
Defense company Ukrainian Armor confirms the infantry mobility vehicle passed all trials and is mass-production-ready.
Denmark readies 26th military package for Ukraine, Zelenskyy says
With diplomacy ongoing, the countries' leaders pledge to maintain pressure if Russia resists efforts to end hostilities.
The Telegraph: Ukraine prepares for life after US aid with drone warfare and domestic arms
As US military support wanes, Ukraine is scaling defense output, integrating international arms makers, advancing drone warfare, and reshaping battlefield doctrine to maintain momentum.
Ukraine increases artillery production amid uncertainty over US support
Ukrainian-made Bohdana howitzer production increases significantly as Europe directly invests in local manufacturing instead of sending weapons, preparing for potential US aid cuts.
Kyiv to expand production of Shahed-targeting interceptor drones after successful testing
Ukraine has developed several interceptors, and tested one of them in Kyiv Oblast over the past month, a minister says.
Ukraine invests $ 25 mn in weapons component production
Ukraine's Economy Ministry offers equipment grants to weapons component producers, with special conditions for frontline regions and drone manufacturers.
Chaotic drone arsenal gives Ukraine tactical surprise advantage
Ukraine's diverse drone industry complicates Russian countermeasures, but creates challenges for operators managing varying systems and quality, Business Insider says.
Ukraine’s new Long Neptune missile hits Russian target 1,000 km away, Zelenskyy says
Ukraine’s defense industry has successfully upgraded the Neptune missile, originally designed as an anti-ship weapon, to strike ground targets at a longer range.
Swedish government approves $ 300 million artillery package for Ukraine
Sweden will donate 18 additional Archer artillery systems, five Arthur radar systems, and fund Ukrainian weapons production in its 18th aid package.
Ukraine develops fiber-optic module fitting for all drones, integrates optical navigation module
Ukraine’s Unmanned Systems Forces test a universal fiber-optic module for all drones, while a US company integrates optical navigation into radio-controlled drones.
Militarnyi: Ukrainian missiles to be integrated into NASAMS air defense systems
Kongsberg chief Eirik Lie revealed plans to create a joint venture in Ukraine focused on producing interceptor missiles for air defense systems.
Ukraine issues 106 military drone development grants
The country's Vice PM reported about $3.8 million have been allocated to drone projects through the Brave1 defense technology cluster initiative.
Politico: Ukraine can keep fighting with European backing if US cuts aid
Ukraine prepares for a potential loss of US military aid as European leaders consider increased support and Kyiv expands domestic production.