#Defense Industry

Zelenskyy and Lockheed Martin: From Arms Procurement to Joint Production in the USA

Politics 07/28/2026, 21:18

Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with the Lockheed Martin team in the USA. 🇺🇸 The discussion covered not only the receipt of weaponry but also the transition to joint production of Patriot systems and other complexes. 🤝

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6 times cheaper than Tomahawk: how Ukrainian company Fire Point is changing the game with the Flamingo missile

Politics 07/28/2026, 00:25

The Ukrainian Flamingo missile from Fire Point is 6 times cheaper than the American Tomahawk but does not lag behind in effectiveness. CEO Irina Terekh revealed details of production and flight ranges up to 1800 km. 🚀🇺🇦

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Victim of Strike in Kyiv Region: Employee of Polish Defense Company Killed

Incidents 07/24/2026, 21:00

An employee of a Polish defense company was killed in a Russian strike on the Kyiv region. In total, 10 people died and about 100 were injured. Ukraine has opened two criminal investigations into the attack. 💥🇺🇦

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Zelensky's Plan: How Ukraine Aims to Extend Drone Range to 10,000 Kilometers

Politics 07/24/2026, 19:35

Volodymyr Zelensky has revealed plans to create drones with a flight range of up to 10,000 kilometers. Already this year, Ukraine will switch to models with a radius of action of 4,000 km, which will radically change the tactics of waging war. 🚀🇺🇦

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Motorcycle with a generator: The Ukrainian Ministry of Defense has deployed the unique MULE.E electric bike

Technology 07/23/2026, 16:23

Ukrainian military have put into operation the first domestic electric bike MULE.E. 🏍️ The novelty has passed tests and received the status of combat equipment. The main advantage of the model is a removable gasoline generator, which not only extends the range to 100 km but also allows charging FPV drones and communications in the field. 🇺🇦🔋

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Stripping a state enterprise for scrap: how the director of a defense plant bought a Lamborghini and hid millions in declarations

Politics 07/23/2026, 11:46

The former director of a defense plant in Ukraine dismantled production workshops for scrap metal to buy a Lamborghini and BMW. The investigation uncovered a scheme to undervalue cars by 40 times to hide income. Meanwhile, new bribe-takers were exposed in the USF and SBU. 🚗💸🚨

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Underground and Abroad: How Ukrainian Weapons Makers Survive Under Fire

Politics 07/21/2026, 13:05

Ukrainian weapons makers are forced to hide factories underground and move production lines abroad due to shelling. Victoria Kulchytska, Commercial Director of Trypillian, spoke about the survival strategies of the defense industry. 🏭💣🇺🇦

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Zelenskyy: Ukraine must be maximally strengthened by August to prepare for autumn

Politics 07/20/2026, 22:25

Zelenskyy held an emergency General Staff meeting with corps commanders and arms manufacturers. The main goal is to maximize army strength by August and prepare for Russian actions in the autumn. Discussions focused on the supply of drones, robots, and long-range artillery.

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Direct from the Frontline: Zelenskyy Convenes Arms Manufacturers to Address Supply Issues

Politics 07/20/2026, 22:17

Volodymyr Zelenskyy held an unprecedented General Staff session where corps commanders met directly with arms manufacturers. Critical supply issues, equipment defects, and drone shortages were discussed. The goal is to strengthen the army before the autumn campaign. 🇺🇦🔫

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Paper localization: why the Ukrainian Armed Forces still lack their own pickups and how this affects the front

Politics 07/18/2026, 18:19

Ukraine still lacks full-fledged production of pickups for the Armed Forces, and "localization" is often just imports from China. Experts note the risks of a lack of service for purchased vehicles, unlike NATO standards. 🚛🇺🇦

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Budget breakthrough: how Ukraine doubled drone purchases and implemented an anti-corruption algorithm

Technology 07/17/2026, 16:15

Ukraine doubled drone purchases in the first half of 2026 — totaling 333.6 billion hryvnias. 🚁 A new algorithm has been implemented: equipment is purchased based solely on real combat data, and delivery via the marketplace takes just 9 days. 📉

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Sergey Koretsky Outlines Key Government Priorities: From Long-Range Strikes to Winter Readiness

Politics 07/16/2026, 15:05

New Prime Minister Sergey Koretsky has defined the Cabinet's main tasks: scaling up the defense industry to supply the army with drones and robots, as well as preparing the country for winter and fulfilling social obligations. 🇺🇦🏭 The strategic course towards EU accession remains unchanged.

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TAF Industries joins the founding members of the new EU-Ukraine Drone Alliance

Technology 07/16/2026, 13:37

Ukrainian company TAF Industries has become one of the 18 founding members of the new EU Ukraine Drone Alliance. The first meeting will take place in September in Brussels, where joint production sites and drone defense will be discussed. 🚁🇺🇦🇪🇺

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Volodymyr Zelenskyy Announces Localization of Patriot and SAMP/T Missile Production in Ukraine

Politics 07/15/2026, 18:53

Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirms: Ukraine will begin independently producing Patriot and SAMP/T missiles. Agreements reached with the USA, France, and Italy. Production localization planned by the end of 2026. 🇺🇦🚀🛡️

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From Skepticism to Record: Zelenskyy Announces Production of 10 Million Drones Per Year

Politics 07/15/2026, 13:54

Volodymyr Zelenskyy announces a record 10 million drones per year: from skepticism to doubling production 🇺🇦🚁. Ukraine plans to reach 20 million units together with partners. #Ukraine #Drones #Zelenskyy

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European 'Tomahawk': MBDA Unveils Mobile LCM Mk2 Cruise Missile with Range Exceeding 1000 km

Technology 07/15/2026, 13:19

MBDA has unveiled the LCM Mk2 — a mobile cruise missile with a range exceeding 1000 km. 🚀 This European equivalent to the Tomahawk aims to fill the gap in ground strike systems and ensure independence from the US. First samples will enter service in 2029. 🇪🇺🛡️

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Drones on the Frontline: EU Allows Ukraine to Purchase Chinese Components for Drones

Politics 07/15/2026, 12:59

Ukraine has received permission from the EU to purchase Chinese components for drones using defense credit funds. This decision highlights that European industry currently cannot fully supply the Ukrainian army with the necessary components. 🇺🇦🇪🇺🇨🇳

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Su-34: Russian production data raises skepticism among Western analysts

Politics 07/14/2026, 17:55

Western analysts doubt Russian data on Su-34 production: the claimed delivery rate of 18 aircraft per year significantly exceeds RUSI and Polish expert estimates. Experts are considering two scenarios: either the Russian defense industry has genuinely accelerated production, or the figures are inflated for disinformation. 🛩️📉

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