Umierov: Russia will feel positive news on long-range weapons on the front
Ukraine's Defense Minister also announced increased AS-90 artillery deliveries.
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Umierov: Ukraine capable of producing several millions of drones annually, but funding insufficient
Ukraine's Defense Minister stressed the need for greater partner investment to fully utilize this potential, meet frontline demands, and eventually supply allies after the war.
Ukraine in talks for Gripen and Eurofighter jets, Defense Minister says
Ukraine's Defense Minister Umierov reveals negotiations for Gripen and Eurofighter jets, in addition to secured F-16 and Mirage-2000 commitments.
Ukraine’s defense ministry under fire for “management chaos” a year after leadership change
Despite initial optimism, Ukraine's defense sector under Minister Rustem Umerov grapples with procurement inefficiencies, international cooperation failures, and a lack of strategic planning, according to a critical report by civil society leaders.
Ukrainian defense minister urges faster weapons delivery in UK after deadly Russian strike on Lviv, Poltava
During a visit to the United Kingdom, Ukraine’s Defense Minister Rustem Umerov urged allies to expedite the delivery of crucial weapons to defend Ukraine against Russian strikes.
Pentagon reaffirms Ukraine’s right to strike across border, including Russia’s Kursk
US Defense Secretary Austin will discuss Ukraine's strategic goals for the Kursk operation with his Ukrainian counterpart, as the Pentagon seeks clarity on these objectives while continuing support through drawdown packages.
US reaffirms support for Ukraine’s military actions in Russia
US continues supporting Ukraine's military operations in Russia, the Pentagon says. Ukrainian forces aim to damage Russian logistics, drain reserves, and create a buffer zone in Kursk.
Denmark becomes first NATO nation to invest in Ukrainian arms production
Denmark has inked a deal to purchase arms directly from Ukrainian manufacturers, becoming the first NATO member to invest funds into Ukraine's domestic weapons production capabilities.
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 controls 70% of Vovchansk City, street fighting continues, military says
Ukrainian forces control 70% of Vovchansk city, with ongoing street battles as Russia tries unsuccessfully advancing in small groups, the military says.
Ukraine’s defense minister discusses air defense needs with Pentagon chief
Ukraine's defense minister speaks with the Pentagon chief, emphasizing the urgent requirement to reinforce Ukraine's air defense system to address the evolving military situation.
Umerov: 244/344 weapon systems approved by Ukraine Defense Ministry in six months are Ukrainian-made
Ukraine's Defense Minister Umerov says his ministry has approved 344 new weapon systems for the Armed Forces over the past 6 months, with 244 of them produced domestically.
Russia at $ 150B war cost while 50% of Ukraine West aid late – Umerov
Western aid often arrives late, resulting in Ukraine losing personnel and territory, said the Ukrainian Defense Minister.
Russia loses 400 soldiers per square kilometer in Ukraine, Umerov says
Despite a sixfold artillery advantage, Russia failed to achieve advantage, Ukraine's defense minister said.
Ukraine’s Defense Minister Umerov cancels France visit
The Ukrainian official was set to arrive in Paris on 18 January.
Ukraine seeks to recruit expatriate men for military duty in 2024
Ukraine's Defense Minister, Rustem Umerov, urges Ukrainian men residing in foreign countries, aged 25 to 60, to enlist in the military in 2024. Sanctions are being discussed for those who refuse.
Ukraine intel: Russia prepares info op against Ukrainian defense minister
The Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has warned that Russian special services have…
Why Ukraine’s defense minister Reznikov resigned and who is tapped to replace him
The Crimean Tatar Rustem Umerov, who is set to replace the outgoing Reznikov, is seen as a strong message to some of Western experts floating scenarios of Ukraine ceding territory to Russia
Crimean Tatar leader Umerov awarded Prize of Platform of European Memory and Conscience
Ilmi Umerov, Deputy head of the Mejlis of the Crimean Tatar people, was awarded the Prize of the Platform…
Liberated Crimean Tatar leaders: don’t forget other Ukrainian hostages of the Kremlin
The people whose joint efforts were crowned with the recent discharge of two prisoners, can and should make…