Ukrainian F-16 pilot killed during combat mission as air force confirms loss
The Ukrainian Air Force has confirmed the death of 26-year-old fighter pilot Pavlo Ivanov, who was killed on 12 April during a combat mission in an F-16 fighter jet.
Ukraine develops domestic missile defence system as alternative to Patriot, minister of strategic industries says
Ukraine is advancing efforts to develop its own analogue of the US-made Patriot air defence system amid growing threats from Russian ballistic missile attacks.
Ukraine’s defence industry hits USD 9 billion milestone in 2024 with missile breakthroughs
Ukraine has significantly expanded its defence manufacturing capabilities in 2024, producing military equipment worth USD 9 billion.
Germany to provide Armed Forces of Ukraine with additional Leopard tanks and IRIS-T air defence systems
German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius announced a new package of military aid for Ukraine during the Ukraine Defence Contact Group meeting in Brussels.
Norway to provide NOK 10 billion for Ukrainian brigade training and equipment
Norway has pledged ten billion Norwegian kroner to support the training and equipping of a Ukrainian brigade, Defence Minister Tore O. Sandvik announced in Brussels on 11 April.
TEKEVER opens Ukrainian branch to support defence operations and technology development
TEKEVER, a European manufacturer of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), has announced the establishment of a new branch in Ukraine.
CEO of Rheinmetall Landsysteme visits Kyiv to discuss strengthening industry cooperation with Ukraine
The Ministry of Defence of Ukraine has held a working meeting with Rheinmetall Landsysteme GmbH, a key German defence company already active in Ukraine.
General Christopher Cavoli: Russian army has lost over four thousand tanks in Ukraine
Russia has lost more than 4,000 tanks since launching its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, according to a senior U.S. military official.
Babcock awarded UK MOD contract to boost Ukraine’s frontline with 3D printing technology
British defence firm Babcock has been awarded a proof-of-concept contract by the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) to deliver advanced 3D printing capabilities to the Ukrainian military.
Netherlands commits EUR 500 million to support Ukrainian drone capabilities
The Netherlands has announced EUR 500 million in funding for a large-scale drone project to support Ukraine in its defence against Russian aggression.
Ukraine selects EUR 100 million package from Estonian defence industry as part of Estonia’s military aid commitment
Ukraine has officially submitted its request for €100 million worth of military aid to Estonia, selecting a broad range of equipment from Estonian defence companies.
Nammo and Ukrainian defence industry form strategic partnership to boost ammunition output
Norwegian defence company Nammo has signed a strategic partnership agreement with a major Ukrainian defence firm to expand ongoing cooperation.