Ukrainian IRIS-T SLM fire units are being reinforced
In order to significantly strengthen Ukraine’s air defence in the coming months and years, the German government is financing additional launchers for the IRIS-T SLM fire units at their disposal for the second time since 2022.
Germany and Ukraine apparently developing a Patriot alternative
In its search for an alternative to the US-made MIM-104 Patriot air defence system, which is currently crucial for Ukraine's defence against ballistic missiles, Ukraine appears to be turning to Germany. A newly developed system could revolutionise Ukraine's air defence in certain areas over the coming years.
Ukraine’s National Guard receives 1,000 METIS interceptor drones from Germany
The German government has contracted the Munich-based start-up TYTAN Technologies to produce and supply more than 1,000 METIS interceptor drones for the National Guard of Ukraine.
QFI delivers first batch of LINZA UAVs to Ukraine
The German-Ukrainian joint venture Quantum Frontline Industries has completed the production of the first batch of LINZA UAVs and is now beginning to deliver them to the Armed Forces of Ukraine. The production capacity is now set to be expanded in order to speed up deliveries over the course of the year.
My perspective on the Rheinmetall drama
Following critical comments made by CEO Armin Papperger, which were published in the US magazine The Atlantic, Rheinmetall drew the anger of Ukraine and many of its supporters over the weekend. My perspective following a conversation with Rheinmetall’s Head of Press and Public Relations.
Following media report: No evidence of US misuse of PURL funding
Whilst a report in the Washington Post makes serious allegations against the US and, at the same time, raises important questions about the future of support for Ukraine, the German government has so far clearly refuted the claims made by the US newspaper.
Germany finances 15,000 WIY STRILA interceptor UAVs for Ukraine
Germany will supply 15,000 WYI STRILA interceptor drones to the National Guard of Ukraine. This will not only bolster Ukraine’s air defences against Russian drones, but also represent a further investment in the Ukrainian defence industry.
600 Ukrainian soldiers trained on the RCH 155
According to the Bundeswehr, more than 600 Ukrainians have now been trained on the RCH 155 artillery system. A glance at the several weeks of training Ukrainian soldiers have undergone, the known issues, and a possibly previously unannounced deployment in Ukraine.
24th Mechanized Brigade deploys German Vector UAVs
Images recently published on Facebook now suggest that Vector drones from the German manufacturer Quantum Systems are now being used by the 24th Mechanized Brigade, which is currently operating in the Chasiv Yar area.
Ukraine seeks special artillery ammunition from Germany
Ukraine is asking the German government to supply special artillery ammunition with extended range and to participate once again in the Czech ammunition initiative. Both would be important in enabling Ukraine to defend itself more effectively against the Russian army.
