Safran reaches record output of AASM Hammer guided bomb kits amid rising demand from Ukraine and France
French defence group Safran Electronics & Defense reported that 2025 marked a peak year for production of modules for AASM Hammer guided bombs.
Ukraine’s defence ministry highlights capabilities of U.S.-made AIM missiles against drones and cruise missiles
The Ministry of Defence of Ukraine has outlined the capabilities of U.S.-made AIM missiles used by the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
Ukraine’s defence industry meets over half of Armed Forces’ needs and expands joint production with Europe, ministry says
Ukraine’s defence industry now meets more than 50 per cent of the Defence Forces’ needs for weapons and military equipment, following a sharp rise in production capacity during the full-scale war.
Sweden announces €1.1 billion military support package to Ukraine focused on air defence
The Swedish Government has presented its 21st military support package to Ukraine, valued at nearly €1.1 billion and described as one of the largest to date.
Armed Forces of Ukraine reports over 7,000 ground robotic system missions in January as frontline deployment expands
The Ministry of Defence of Ukraine has reported that ground robotic systems carried out more than 7,000 combat and logistics missions on the front line in January.
Western and Ukrainian pilots assigned to newly formed F-16 Squadron in Ukraine – Intelligence Online
A new F-16 squadron staffed by experienced Western and Ukrainian pilots has been formed within the Ukrainian Air Force, according to a report by Intelligence Online.
Ukraine calls Patriot its most effective air and missile defense system, seeks faster interceptor deliveries
The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine is working with international partners to accelerate the delivery of missiles for U.S.-made Patriot surface-to-air missile systems, which it describes as the most effective air defense systems in service with the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
STARK establishes R&D hub in Ukraine and opens Greece office to broaden European defence operations
German drone maker STARK said on 13 February that it had opened a research and development hub in Ukraine and a regional office in Greece, expanding its industrial presence across Europe.
European countries to provide Ukraine’s military with Patriot missiles from existing stocks, defence ministry says
Partner countries have confirmed one of the largest support budgets for Ukraine, totalling $38 billion for 2026, following a meeting of the Ukraine Defence Contact Group in the Ramstein format.
Saab and Ukrainian Defense Industry (UDI) sign memorandum of understanding on aviation and airborne surveillance cooperation
Saab and Joint Stock Company “Ukrainian Defense Industry” have signed a Memorandum of Understanding outlining their intention to collaborate in aviation and airborne surveillance, aiming to strengthen Ukraine’s defence capabilities.
German-Ukrainian venture hands first Linza 3.0 drone to Zelenskyy ahead of Munich Security Conference
German-Ukrainian joint venture QFI hands first Germany-built Linza 3.0 drone to President Zelenskyy, launching production of up to 10,000 UAVs a year for Ukraine’s armed forces.
UK announces £500 million air defence package for Ukraine at NATO meeting in Brussels
The United Kingdom has announced an urgent new air defence package for Ukraine worth more than £500 million, including £150 million for NATO’s Prioritised Ukraine Requirements List and an additional 1,000 UK-manufactured missiles.