War

Tuesday, December 19

Russia plans to wage war until 2026; without the support of the West, the Russian Federation will conquer all of Ukraine and open military bases near NATO countries.

Russia plans to wage war until 2026; without the support of the West, the Russian Federation will conquer all of Ukraine and open military bases near NATO countries. The information published by Bild concerning Russia’s plans to occupy new Ukrainian territories during 2024-2026 corresponds with other data that has been received, the Institute for the Study o...

The EU supports an increase in the financing of the arms fund for Ukraine but has not yet agreed on the amount.

The EU supports an increase in the financing of the arms fund for Ukraine but has not yet agreed on the amount. The leaders of the EU states support an increase in financing for the European Peace Fund (EPF), which allocates funds to purchase weapons for Ukraine. The European Council also emphasized the urgent ...

Monday, December 18

Germany hands over the second Patriot missile system and is buying €258M worth of ammunition; what other weapons did Ukraine get?

Germany hands over the second Patriot missile system and is buying €258M worth of ammunition; what other weapons did Ukraine get? The second Patriot air defense system with spare parts and missiles from Germany was delivered to Ukraine. Also in the assistance package are all-terrain vehicles, Bandvagn 206 (BV206) military vehicl...

Friday, December 15

US intelligence has declassified data on Russian losses near Avdiivka to influence the Ukrainian aid decision.

US intelligence has declassified data on Russian losses near Avdiivka to influence the Ukrainian aid decision. The US released its intelligence data on Russian losses near Avdiivka since October, when Moscow began an active offensive in the area. Since then, more than 13,000 Russian soldiers have been killed o...

The EU will send ammunition by the end of the year, and the US has $1B left for Ukraine.

The EU will send ammunition by the end of the year, and the US has $1B left for Ukraine. By the end of the year, the EU will provide Ukraine with half a million rounds of ammunition, and in 2024 it will deliver the promised million shells, a high-ranking European official told journalists...

Thursday, December 14

The US will send $200M in air defenses, the Czech Republic licenses €4.7B in military exports to Ukraine, Latvia will help with the drone coalition, and Scholz promises a Patriot system by the end of the year.

The US will send $200M in air defenses, the Czech Republic licenses €4.7B in military exports to Ukraine, Latvia will help with the drone coalition, and Scholz promises a Patriot system by the end of the year. AIM-9M air defense missiles, air defense system components, and additional ammunition for HIMARS will be included in the US’ $200M package of military aid for Ukraine. In addition, the package w...

Wednesday, December 13

The US tries to persuade Ukraine to negotiate with Russia.

The US tries to persuade Ukraine to negotiate with Russia. According to the NYT, some US military officials are proposing a new strategy for Ukraine: focus on holding onto the territories it controls and developing its weapon-producing capabilities through 20...

The US is preparing a defense package for delivery to Ukraine by the end of the year, Germany is doubling its aid budget, and Finland is ramping up ammunition production.

The US is preparing a defense package for delivery to Ukraine by the end of the year, Germany is doubling its aid budget, and Finland is ramping up ammunition production. Washington will provide another package of military aid to Kyiv by the end of December, said John Kirby, US National Security Council representative. At the same time, Germany confirmed that it will d...

Tuesday, December 12

Ukraine will produce 155-mm projectiles jointly with two American companies, and the US will transfer all Vampire complexes and APKWS systems.

Ukraine will produce 155-mm projectiles jointly with two American companies, and the US will transfer all Vampire complexes and APKWS systems. Ukraine has agreed with two leading American companies on the joint production of 155 mm ammunition, said Minister of Strategic Industries of Ukraine Oleksandr Kamyshin. According to him, developing p...

The UK and Norway will lead a sea coalition to help Ukraine.

The UK and Norway will lead a sea coalition to help Ukraine. The new association of countries will supply ships and other means of transport to Ukrainian defenders for conducting combat operations at sea, the British Ministry of Defense reported. The maritime c...

Monday, December 11

Western analysts predict a long war in Ukraine, but the US plans to persuade Russia to negotiate with Ukraine by the end of 2024.

Western analysts predict a long war in Ukraine, but the US plans to persuade Russia to negotiate with Ukraine by the end of 2024. As the WSJ notes, Ukraine is shifting to strategic defense after failing to liberate large swathes of territory in its 2023 summer offensive. At the same time, economic and military support from the U...

What “Christmas presents” have Ukraine’s partners prepared for the Russian aggressor?

What “Christmas presents” have Ukraine’s partners prepared for the Russian aggressor? Germany has allocated another package of military aid for Ukraine, which includes 250 rounds of 155-mm artillery ammunition, a LUNA NG reconnaissance complex, 10 VECTOR reconnaissance drones, cars, tr...

Friday, December 8

Aid to Ukraine from international partners has reached a two-year low.

Aid to Ukraine from international partners has reached a two-year low. According to Ukraine Support Tracker analysts, assistance from allies and international partners for Ukraine fell to the lowest level since January 2022. From the end of summer to the end of autumn of...

Ukraine presents the US with its latest weapons request, including F-18 fighter jets, as well as Apache and Blackhawk helicopters.

Ukraine presents the US with its latest weapons request, including F-18 fighter jets, as well as Apache and Blackhawk helicopters. At a closed meeting in Washington, the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine presented the US with a list of necessary weapons, which includes F-18 fighters. The latest air defense systems, such as THAAD, Ap...

Biden calls the failure to provide aid to Ukraine the “greatest gift“ for Russia.

Biden calls the failure to provide aid to Ukraine the “greatest gift“ for Russia. A bill under consideration in the US Senate, which would allocate $110B for assistance to Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan, and other purposes, did not pass a procedural vote in the US Senate. “Tonight i...

The EU plans to control all arms supplies to Ukraine while simultaneously working to increase military aid.

The EU plans to control all arms supplies to Ukraine while simultaneously working to increase military aid. The European Union intends to strengthen control over the supply of weapons to Ukraine by creating a pan-European defense market. In particular, the European Commission is developing the European Defe...

Through joint procurement, the EU has supplied Ukraine with only 60,000 shells.

Through joint procurement, the EU has supplied Ukraine with only 60,000 shells. In March 2023, the EU developed a plan to provide Ukraine with one million artillery shells, one of the key weapons in the Russian-Ukrainian war. The plan consists of three parts: supplies from the st...

Ukrainians cite war, corruption, and housing destruction as their most significant problems and are wary of corruption in future reconstruction.

Ukrainians cite war, corruption, and housing destruction as their most significant problems and are wary of corruption in future reconstruction. Most Ukrainians currently consider the three main problems to be the war (96%), corruption (88%), and the destruction of infrastructure and housing (82%). In November, compared to March, fears of war ...

Thursday, December 7

Ukraine starts joint production of armored vehicles with Rheinmetall, but Germany could not keep up with weapon production, so Azerbaijan and South Korea tried to help.

Ukraine starts joint production of armored vehicles with Rheinmetall, but Germany could not keep up with weapon production, so Azerbaijan and South Korea tried to help. Ukraine and German arms concern Rheinmetall will soon launch the production of armored vehicles on Ukraine’s territory, Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal announced. He noted that Rheinmetall already ...

Wednesday, December 6

Finland will produce artillery shells for Ukraine, which is also increasing its weapon production.

Finland will produce artillery shells for Ukraine, which is also increasing its weapon production. Finland plans to start production of artillery ammunition for Ukraine soon, Finnish Defense Minister Antti Häkkänen said. He clarified that the decision on the start of production will probably be mad...

The UK has given Ukraine advanced missiles to counter the Shahed, and Germany is preparing to hand over unique RCH-155 guns in 2024.

The UK has given Ukraine advanced missiles to counter the Shahed, and Germany is preparing to hand over unique RCH-155 guns in 2024. The UK will hand over to Ukraine the latest Martlet multi-purpose guided missiles that are effective against Shahed kamikaze drones. However, there is still no official information about the transfer ...

Tuesday, December 5

Zelenskyy believes that the counteroffensive did not have its expected success because of a lack of weapons.

Zelenskyy believes that the counteroffensive did not have its expected success because of a lack of weapons. In an interview with the AP, the president noted that Ukraine did not receive all the necessary and promised weapons from its allies. However, according to the president, there have been positive resu...

Long-range missiles from the US will arrive in Ukraine next year.

Long-range missiles from the US will arrive in Ukraine next year. Ukraine will have to wait until next year before it receives the first large batch of Ground Launched Small Diameter Bomb (GLSDB) rockets, which the US has adapted for strikes at a range of almost 160...

Rheinmetall will produce tens of thousands of artillery shells for Ukraine, while Ukraine has increased the production of Bohdana self-propelled guns.

Rheinmetall will produce tens of thousands of artillery shells for Ukraine, while Ukraine has increased the production of Bohdana self-propelled guns. The largest German defense concern, Rheinmetall, received a €142M order to supply Ukraine with artillery shells. The order, from a NATO partner country, includes tens of thousands of 155 mm artillery ...

Monday, December 4

Allies are working to increase the protection of the Ukrainian energy system, while Germany is promoting investment in Ukrainian energy.

Allies are working to increase the protection of the Ukrainian energy system, while Germany is promoting investment in Ukrainian energy. NSC representative John Kirby said that the US and its allies are working in three directions to help Ukraine protect its energy infrastructure from Russian attacks. First, the US is strengthening Ukr...

The Ukrainian Parliament has presented an overview of Ukraine’s defense support for the winter.

The Ukrainian Parliament has presented an overview of Ukraine’s defense support for the winter. People’s deputy Danylo Hetmantsev published the following data: The US is preparing its 51st package since August 2021, with a total cost of $100M Germany will provide a €1.3B winter aid package...

Friday, December 1

NATO believes that Ukraine will not be able to liberate all its territory by the end of 2024.

NATO believes that Ukraine will not be able to liberate all its territory by the end of 2024. According to a NATO official, Russia should not be underestimated, and Ukraine will not be able to completely expel Russian troops from its territory by the end of next year. “Russia has amassed...

The EU and NATO are mobilizing the defense industry to provide Ukraine with the means to defeat Russia.

The EU and NATO are mobilizing the defense industry to provide Ukraine with the means to defeat Russia. At the beginning of the war, the EU had to adapt its defense industry to wartime conditions. Europe will increase its military aid to Ukraine to 480,000 shells by the end of the year, and next year it...

Zelenskyy is unsure about Ukraine’s NATO membership and believes that reclaiming Crimea will be easier than the Donbas.

Zelenskyy is unsure about Ukraine’s NATO membership and believes that reclaiming Crimea will be easier than the Donbas. “Since no one can guarantee that Ukraine will join NATO and that Russia will no longer attack our country, the state’s priority is security,” President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said. He also suggeste...

France will increase ammunition supplies to Ukraine and plans to complete an agreement on security guarantees by the end of the year.

France will increase ammunition supplies to Ukraine and plans to complete an agreement on security guarantees by the end of the year. France will continue to provide military aid to Ukraine in 2024, the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine said after a meeting between Ukrainian and French delegations in Kyiv. In turn, Ukraine will buy add...

Wednesday, November 29

What financial and military assistance can Ukraine rely on in 2024?

What financial and military assistance can Ukraine rely on in 2024? The US will remain Ukraine’s leading donor, but the situation is most uncertain. In October, President Joe Biden suggested that Congress approve funding for Israel, Ukraine, and other security needs i...

The Czech Republic no longer has weapons in its warehouses for Ukraine, so it is increasing the issuance of export licenses to manufacturers.

The Czech Republic no longer has weapons in its warehouses for Ukraine, so it is increasing the issuance of export licenses to manufacturers. As reported by the country’s Minister of Defense, Jana Černochová, arms manufacturing companies receive export licenses to supply their products to Ukraine within the framework of international ...

Tuesday, November 28

Stoltenberg: Ukraine will become a NATO member after reforms are completed and the end of the war.

Stoltenberg: Ukraine will become a NATO member after reforms are completed and the end of the war. Ukraine will become a member of NATO, but first, it must carry out reforms determined by the member states, said NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg before a meeting of the North Atlantic Council....

The US Senate plans to vote on aid to Ukraine in early December.

The US Senate plans to vote on aid to Ukraine in early December. US Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer plans to hold a vote on President Joe Biden’s request to provide billions in aid to Ukraine and Israel as early as December 4. According to Politico, Schu...

Monday, November 27

Ukraine will receive warships and anti-aircraft defense for the grain corridor.

Ukraine will receive warships and anti-aircraft defense for the grain corridor. Military ships and air defense systems will protect ships transporting grain in the Black Sea, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said. “Soon, the Odesa region will be protected by a very powerful ai...

As a result of negotiations held last week, Ukraine’s partners will provide additional military aid.

As a result of negotiations held last week, Ukraine’s partners will provide additional military aid. To survive anticipated aerial attacks this winter, Germany will send an additional Patriot air defense system to Ukraine. Meanwhile, Canada will spend about $50M on the purchase of small arms and ammu...

Ukraine will continue to increase the capacity of the military industry and will order almost ₴200B in weapons from domestic manufacturers.

Ukraine will continue to increase the capacity of the military industry and will order almost ₴200B in weapons from domestic manufacturers. In 2024, Ukraine’s military-industrial complex will increase its production capabilities by 500% compared to the current year. However, this is still insufficient to cover the military’s needs, said O...

Saturday, November 25

War & Business: The Ukraine Business Network has been launched.

War & Business: The Ukraine Business Network has been launched. Tucked away amid the sloping hills of Kyiv, a select group of business investors, representatives, and entrepreneurs gathered at the Parkoviy Congress Center to gain insight into investment prospects ...

Friday, November 24

Results of the 17th Ramstein: Ukraine will receive IRIS-T and Patriot missile systems, artillery shells, and a new air defense coalition.

Results of the 17th Ramstein: Ukraine will receive IRIS-T and Patriot missile systems, artillery shells, and a new air defense coalition. The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine reported that a new ground-based air defense coalition was formed at the meeting, and has been joined by 20 countries, led by Germany and France. This equipment is i...

Thursday, November 23

The EC presents a project to provide long-term security guarantees for Ukraine.

The EC presents a project to provide long-term security guarantees for Ukraine. A document was presented to the EU member states. The project’s framework includes the following proposals: An effective and sustainable mechanism for providing military equipment that mobilizes the E...

Ukraine’s third damage assessment will determine 2024’s investment priorities for recovery.

Ukraine’s third damage assessment will determine 2024’s investment priorities for recovery. The UN, in cooperation with the government of Ukraine, the World Bank, and the EU, has initiated the third rapid assessment of the damage done to and needs of Ukraine, which will determine investment ...

Support for Ukraine’s defense continues, and here is what the partners have provided:

Support for Ukraine’s defense continues, and here is what the partners have provided: Ukraine received three million rounds of ammunition, remote detonation systems, and winter equipment for the military from Lithuania. The German Ministry of Defense published a list of new aid for Ukr...

Wednesday, November 22

The US has provided a $100M military aid package with HIMARS, while Germany surprises Kyiv with a big €1.3B package with IRIS-T systems.

The US has provided a $100M military aid package with HIMARS, while Germany surprises Kyiv with a big €1.3B package with IRIS-T systems. The new package of US defense assistance includes an additional HIMARS system, Stinger anti-aircraft missiles and TOW, Javelins, AT-4 anti-tank systems, and artillery shells of various calibers. In ad...

Freezing the war in Ukraine threatens the Russian Federation’s ability to attack NATO in 6-10 years.

Freezing the war in Ukraine threatens the Russian Federation’s ability to attack NATO in 6-10 years. Experts from a German foreign policy association expressed this opinion and added that Russia’s military potential is underestimated. The invaders have suffered the greatest losses in manpower a...

Tuesday, November 21

High-ranking US and NATO military officials arrived in Ukraine on the eve of the Ramstein meeting.

High-ranking US and NATO military officials arrived in Ukraine on the eve of the Ramstein meeting. On November 20, Lloyd Austin, the US Minister of Defense, and the commander of the NATO Joint Forces in Europe, US Army General Christopher Cavoli, arrived in Kyiv to meet with President Zelenskyy. Th...

The US Congress expects the approval of Ukrainian aid by Christmas.

The US Congress expects the approval of Ukrainian aid by Christmas. Leaders in the US Congress hope to vote by Christmas on an additional package of military assistance to Ukraine and Israel, writes NBC News. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, R-New York, has clari...

The Russians have stopped their offensive in two directions; Ukraine has advanced in Avdiivka.

The Russians have stopped their offensive in two directions; Ukraine has advanced in Avdiivka. On November 19, the Russians significantly reduced the intensity of their attacks. In all areas of the front, 46 military engagements with the 71st were recorded the previous day, reported the General...

Monday, November 20

The new Ramstein and a two-day defense conference in Washington: how Ukraine’s partners are supporting Ukraine’s defense capabilities.

The new Ramstein and a two-day defense conference in Washington: how Ukraine’s partners are supporting Ukraine’s defense capabilities. A new online meeting of the Contact Group on Defense of Ukraine in the Ramstein format will be held on November 22. At the same time, the White House announced that the Ukrainian American Defense Indu...

Wednesday, November 15

Borrell denies the failure of the EU’s plan for a million shells supplied to Ukraine and calls on manufacturers to reorient exports.

Borrell denies the failure of the EU’s plan for a million shells supplied to Ukraine and calls on manufacturers to reorient exports. The EU has not given up on the goal of supplying Ukraine with one million rounds of artillery ammunition by March 2024, said the head of EU diplomacy, Josep Borrell. The EU completed the first part of...

Germany has provided Ukraine with a new defense package with Leopard tanks and has already contracted dozens for next year.

Germany has provided Ukraine with a new defense package with Leopard tanks and has already contracted dozens for next year. The German government handed over a new package of military aid to Ukraine. It contains 10 Leopard 1A5 tanks and 14 Bandvagn 206 tracked all-terrain vehicles. In addition, the package includes the fol...

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