Ukraine, NATO agree on final steps for establishing JATEC
Ukraine and NATO have agreed on a course of action for the final phase of establishing the Joint Analysis Training and Education Center (JATEC).
Defense
MoD creates new system for intellectual property protection, technology patenting
The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has developed a new system for protecting intellectual property and patenting military technologies.
16 November 2024
Czech company donates EUR 700K for anti-tank grenade launchers for Ukraine
Ukraine received more than EUR 700,000 from the Czech company STV GROUP, which will be used for the purchase of anti-tank grenade launchers.
British defense company to produce howitzers for Ukraine
The British company BAE Systems will open a £25 million artillery factory in Sheffield as part of efforts to support Ukrainian forces in the fight against Russia.
Artillery coalition member countries discuss Ukrainian army’s needs until 2027
Member countries of the Artillery Capabilities Coalition in support of Ukraine discussed the coordination of a roadmap containing the Ukrainian Armed Forces’ needs until 2027.
Zelensky: UAH 775B slated in next year’s budget for drone manufacture
President Volodymyr Zelensky says the Ukrainian budget for 2025 lays down UAH 775 billion for the production of Ukrainian drones.
15 November 2024
Umerov discusses battlefield situation, assistance to Ukraine with Norwegian PM
Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov discussed the battlefield situation and Ukraine's priority needs with Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre.
Pentagon vows to keep rolling out aid to Ukraine while refilling own reserves
The U.S. Department of Defense is determined to ensure the delivery of security aid to Ukraine, previously approved by Congress, until the term of the current administration expires, but will allocate packages as soon as own reserves are refilled.
14 November 2024
Ukraine’s Anne of Kyiv Brigade completing training in France
In the east of France, the training course for the Ukrainian infantry brigade, which now bears the name of Anne of Kyiv, is nearing completion. The corresponding commitment to train and arm several thousand Ukrainian soldiers on French territory had been undertaken by the country's president, Emmanuel Macron.
Ukraine, Norway’s defense chiefs talk bilateral cooperation
During a visit to Norway, Ukraine’s Minister of Defense Rustem Umerov discussed the issue of bilateral cooperation with his Norwegian counterpart Bjørn Arild Gram.
Military may receive transfer decisions within 72 hours with Army+ app – MoD
Deputy Minister of Defense for Digital Development, Digital Transformation, and Digitization Kateryna Chernohorenko emphasized that the use of the Army+ app for military personnel will speed up the process of transferring from one unit to another.
13 November 2024
Ukraine, Norway sign defense cooperation agreement
The Defense Procurement Agency of Ukraine's Ministry of Defense and the Norwegian Defense Materiel Agency (NDMA) have signed a cooperation agreement.
Ukraine receives 83% of promised ammunition, 67% of air defense systems since spring – Pentagon
Since April of this year, following additional funding approved by Congress, the United States has delivered to Ukraine 83% of the promised ammunition, 67% of the pledged air defense systems, and 60% of firepower capabilities from its own stockpiles by October.
12 November 2024
Rheinmetall, ICEYE provide Ukraine with satellite imagery support
German defense company Rheinmetall and satellite company ICEYE have reported initial successes in their joint effort to support Ukraine with satellite imagery. This collaboration, which began in September 2024, is aimed at enhancing Ukraine's intelligence capabilities.
11 November 2024
Ukrainian manufacturers showcase first analogues of Chinese Mavic drone
Ukrainian manufacturers have showcased unique UAVs for reconnaissance and targeting, which are the first analogues of the Chinese Mavic drone widely used on the frontlines.
10 November 2024
France to hand Ukraine dozen Scalp missiles
France will donate to Ukraine nearly 10 more long-range Scalp missiles allowing Ukraine to deliver strikes behind the front line.
09 November 2024
Ukrainian arms manufacturers surpass milestone of 100 missile units – Zelensky
This year, Ukrainian arms manufacturers have surpassed the milestone of producing the first 100 units of missile armament.
08 November 2024
Ukraine actively developing anti-drone tech - Vice PM
Ukraine actively employs strategic radio-electronic jamming (e-warfare) when repelling Russian drone attacks, increasing the volume of available technologies to counter UAVs.
07 November 2024
Umerov and Barhylevych meet with military to discuss army needs
Defense Minister Rustem Umerov and Chief of the General Staff Lieutenant General Anatoliy Barhylevych discussed with the military the current needs of the army and further steps in its modernization.
Ukrainian-made armored vehicle UAT-TISA approved for combat use
The Ministry of Defense codified and approved for use in the Armed Forces the UAT-TISA armored vehicle made in Ukraine.
06 November 2024
Group of Ukrainian Navy cadets complete training in Bulgaria under NATO program
Seven cadets from the Institute of the Naval Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine completed a training course at the Academy in Bulgaria as part of the Nato-Deep-Ukraine program.
Zhytomyr sends batch of drones to Ukrainian military
Zhytomyr has handed over a batch of drones worth more than UAH 1.3 million to the Ukrainian military.
05 November 2024
Over 500 Ukrainians from 30 countries apply for “Ukrainian Legion” being formed in Poland
As of early November, more than 500 applications from 30 countries have been submitted to the Ukrainian Legion, a military unit currently being built up in Poland from among Ukrainian volunteers living abroad.
Ukrainian Legion to begin training in Poland by end of year
The first unit of the Ukrainian Legion will commence training at a Polish training ground by the end of this year.
Australia donating 14 boats to strengthen Ukraine’s maritime defenses
Australia will provide Ukraine with 14 highly-maneuverable rigid hull boats as part of defense assistance.
04 November 2024
Ukraine, Lithuania sign memorandum on joint production of drones
The Defense Ministers of Ukraine and Lithuania Rustem Umerov and Laurinas Kasciunas and Minister of Strategic Industries of Ukraine Herman Smetanin signed a memorandum on the joint production of UAVs, ammunition, and EW equipment.
Strong defense of Allies and assistance to Ukraine crucial for NATO's security - Rutte
Strengthening the national defense of Allied nations and further military aid to Ukraine is not always easy for governments, but these two areas are crucial for NATO's security.
Innovatations critical for Ukraine’s Army presented at "Sikorsky Challenge 2024"
In Kyiv, at the "Sikorsky Challenge 2024: Innovations for Peace and Security of Ukraine" festival, startups capable of strengthening Ukraine’s Defense Forces of Ukraine by ensuring technological dominance on the battlefield showcased their projects.
Frontline developments, Kursk raid, drone production: Zelensky Supreme CinC Staff meeting
President Volodymyr Zelensky held a meeting of the Staff of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief, where the reports from the key frontline axes was reviewed, a report on the ongoing raid into Russia’s Kursk region was heard, and the domestic production of unmanned systems was discussed.