air defence
Government Updates Rules for Private Air Defence: Six Key Changes
The Ukrainian government has approved changes to the rules governing the experimental private air defence project. Initiated by the Ministry of Defence of Ukraine, the decision expands eligibility criteria for companies and refines the mechanisms…
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Evgeniy Khmara and Boris Pistorius Discussed Ballistic Defence and Joint Drone Production
Minister of Defence of Ukraine Evgeniy Khmara held a phone call with Federal Minister of Defence of Germany Boris Pistorius. The defence chiefs discussed counteracting jet drones, ballistic threats, strengthening air defence, and industrial…
Ukraine tests jet-powered interceptors against enemy drones
Ukrainian engineers have developed the first jet-powered countermeasures against enemy Shahed-type drones and started practical testing. Military personnel working with specialists conducted initial launches that successfully destroyed targets.
Ukraine and EU speed up funding for air defence and drones
Ukrainian Minister of Defence Evgeny Khmara and European Commissioner for Defence and Space Andrius Kubilius held a phone call to discuss accelerating the funding for Ukraine’s defence sector. The parties focused on addressing the critical needs of…
Ukraine and France Discuss Air Defence Boost and Countering Jet Shaheds
Ukrainian Defence Minister Yevhen Khmara discussed strengthening Ukraine’s air defence system with French Minister of the Armed Forces and Veterans Affairs Catherine Vautrin. The dialogue also touched upon countering jet-powered Shahed drones and…
Ukraine and Slovenia discuss air defence and joint defence projects
Minister of Defence of Ukraine Yevhen Khmara held a meeting with Minister of Defence of Slovenia Valentin Hajdinjak. The parties discussed the battlefield situation, defence forces’ needs, and prospects for joint projects.
