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18 April

Ukraine Ready to Buy ‘At Least’ 10 Patriot Systems From US: Zelensky

Ukraine wants to buy at least 10 Patriot missile defense systems from the United States to shield against Russian attacks, President Volodymyr Zelensky said Thursday.

17 April

Ukraine conducts largest ground drone test.

Giulia Bernacchi

Ukraine Tests Over 70 Systems In Largest-Ever Ground Drones Demo

Ukraine has carried out its largest unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) trial, with over 70 ground drones from 50 domestic manufacturers.

17 April

Inder Singh Bisht

Hanwha, WB to Jointly Produce Chunmoo Guided Munition in Poland

WB Electronics and Hanwha Aerospace have signed an agreement to jointly produce missiles for the Chunmoo rocket launch system in Poland.

17 April

A Russian tank mine is seen on the ground. It is surrounded by dirt, seemingly before being buried.

Staff Writer With AFP

Latvia Parliament Votes to Withdraw From Landmines Treaty

Latvian lawmakers voted Wednesday to quit a treaty banning anti-personnel mines, as the Baltic state bordering Russia seeks to reinforce its security amid the Ukraine war.

17 April

The Kozak and Djura armored vehicles. Photo: Practika

Rojoef Manuel

Spanish Factory to Assemble Ukrainian Armored Military Vehicles

Spanish automobile manufacturer Tecnove has secured a contract to produce armored combat vehicles for Ukrainian industry partner Practika in La Mancha.

17 April

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen speaks during a debate regarding economic sanctions against Russia, during a plenary session at the European Parliament in Strasbourg

Bogdan Gogulan and Andrew Turner

Rearming Europe Means Rethinking How We Invest in Defense — Not Just How Much

Europe must not only spend more on defense but radically reform how it spends — prioritizing innovation, startups, and strategic collaboration to build sovereign capabilities fit for modern warfare.

16 April