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RFE/RL: Arms researchers warn decline in nuclear weapons appears to have stalled

Despite the marginal overall decrease in nuclear weapons, the number of operationally deployed nuclear weapons increased from 3,720 to 3,825.

14:20, 14.06.2021

German foreign minister explains why Berlin refrains from arms supplies to Kyiv

At the same time, Maas says Ukraine can count on Germany's assistance in the field of defense and in the issue of reforms.

22:00, 09.06.2021

Ukraine's SBU reveals arms cache in Donetsk region

The ammunition was transferred to a bomb squad of the State Emergency Service in Donetsk region for destruction.

15:15, 24.05.2021

U.S. 5th Fleet interdicts vessel with cache of Russian-made arms in Arabian Sea (Photo, video)

The seized cache of weapons included dozens of advanced Russian-made anti-tank guided missiles.

12:40, 09.05.2021

Ukraine backs Czech Republic's decision to expel 18 Russia diplomats

The Ukrainian diplomat says Ukraine knows Russia's malicious methods "all too well."

16:59, 18.04.2021

Ukraine's MFA: Claims of large-scale arms trafficking to Belarus "complete nonsense"

The ministry says the Belarusian authorities should stop scaring own people with an "imaginary external enemy."

11:00, 11.03.2021

NATO remains ready to address Russian aggression

The statement comes amid the arms control deal being recently extended by the U.S. and Russia.

20:40, 03.02.2021

Defense ministry signs direct contracts with foreign arms suppliers

This is the first time in Ukraine's history when no intermediaries were involved.

21:00, 14.12.2020

Ukraine to showcase upgraded Uragan MLRS at arms expo

The defense giant has submitted the relevant application along with those for other types of weapons and hardware.

15:00, 18.08.2020

Border guards' spearhead units to switch from Kalashnikovs to Ukraine-made assault rifles (Photo, video)

The UAR-15 rifle is produced in Ukraine using domestic and U.S.-made components.

18:00, 02.08.2020

Reuters: Russian nuclear-powered sub enters service amid arms control fears

The first upgraded 955A model to be produced in the Borei class is one of the centrepieces in President Valdimir Putin's plans to upgrade the nuclear-powered fleet.

19:58, 12.06.2020

Ukraine starting another stage of Neptune cruise missile tests

The firing tests are planned to be completed by May 30.

13:40, 26.05.2020

Ukraine testing Neptune cruise missile system (Photo)

Radio jamming is being applied to test the warhead's resistance to e-warfare, while Su-27 (Flanker) fighter jets are also involved in drills.

16:40, 27.04.2020

Ukraine Army posts spectacular video of new MLRS live-fire test

Once accepted for service, Vilkha-M will become the most powerful land-based weapon in terms of range.

10:40, 27.04.2020

Ukraine's new IFV with NATO-standard anti-mine protection passes initial stage trial (Video)

The amphibious 23-tonne vehicle can run at max speed of 110 kmh at max cruising range of 800 km.

19:20, 23.03.2020

Ukroboronprom boosts exports of arms, services by 19% in 2019, to nearly US$1 bln – CEO Abromaviсius

Given the dynamics of negotiations in key markets, the exports may grow by 30% in 2020.

13:30, 24.02.2020

SBU foils attempt to smuggle to Russia part of Mi24 strike helicopter

The perpetrator turned out to be a resident of the occupied part of Luhansk region.

20:30, 11.02.2020

U.S. holding up $30 mln worth of arms and ammo, Ukraine officials say – media

Final approval for six arms deals worth roughly $30 million has been held up for more than a year, and Ukraine has no idea why, four officials told BuzzFeed News.

09:00, 07.02.2020

New SIPRI data reveals scale of Chinese arms industry

SIPRI has identified information from 2015-17 on the value of arms sales by major Chinese arms companies.

11:41, 27.01.2020

Georgia unveils new UAV armed with Ukrainian anti-tank guided missiles (Photo)

The helicopter was produced by Delta, a state-owned sresearch and development center.

12:00, 11.12.2019

SIPRI: Global arms industry sales up 4.6% worldwide, U.S. companies dominate Top 5

For the first time since 2002, the top five spots in the ranking are held exclusively by U.S.-based arms dealers.

13:00, 09.12.2019

Russia wants deals on arms control and nuclear, says U.S. Trump – Reuters

Also, the U.S. president said he was willing to bring China into those either now or later.

22:30, 03.12.2019

Expert compares weaponry in service with Russia, Ukraine armies

The expert emphasizes that the General Staff works toward enhancing combat effectiveness and mobility of Ukrainian Army units.

21:55, 03.12.2019

Kharkiv shootout: Police seize largest weapon arsenal from late killer's cache (Photo)

The find came amid a warranted search at the attacker's home and summer cabin.

16:30, 29.10.2019

Ukraine repairing, upgrading outdated weapons – expert

At the same time, the country is facing potential Gen 4 or 5 wars.

11:05, 28.10.2019

Intl expo 'Arms and Security' kicks off in Kyiv

The exhibition will work until October 11.

15:58, 08.10.2019

Turkey mulling purchases of Russian Su-35 fighter jets – media

Ankara has not yet provided official comments on the possible deal.

12:20, 12.08.2019

OSCE reports small-arms fire directed at SMM mini-UAV in Donbas

The incident took place near the village of Novoselivka.

13:29, 09.08.2019

Ukraine partners Thailand on production of BTR-3KSH AFV

The original equipment manufacturer of the BTR-3 is the Kharkiv Morozov Design Bureau in Ukraine.

10:15, 31.07.2019

Ukraine tests new Vilkha-M MLR system (Video)

Its max firing range is 70 km.

10:40, 25.07.2019

European leaders unveil model of next-gen fighter aircraft at Paris Air Show

The Dassault and Airbus Defence chiefs signed an agreement to offer the participating governments work on a next program stage, aimed at producing a flyable demonstrator in 2026.

09:00, 18.06.2019

Russia, again, trying to tar Ukraine in bid to squeeze it out of Indian arms market

This time, the target is Ukraine-India cooperation in An-32 modernization, and the pretext – the latest aircraft crash.

18:45, 10.06.2019

Ukraine's Neptun missile complex to be tested again in May

Turchynov stressed that the Neptun mobile cruise missile complex should become one of the main attack systems that will protect the Black and Azov Sea coasts.

14:00, 19.04.2019

Report names 10 of most powerful weapons NATO has to take on Putin's Russia

Business Insider has provided some highlights of the many powerful weapons NATO could bring to bear against Russia.

22:30, 08.04.2019

Ukraine Army official specifies demand for Russian spare parts for military hardware

The situation with helicopter rotor blades and warplane spare parts is most critical.

21:00, 11.03.2019

Ukrainian "smart" helmet for tank crews inks UAE contract

The real-time “friend/foe” identification allows to avoid the friendly fire loses in the combat zone, giving a significant advantage to the Armed Forces equipped with such a kit.

19:30, 11.03.2019

Ukraine ranks 12th among 25 largest arms exporters – SIPRI

Ukraine's major clients in 2014-2018 were China (27%), Russia (23%), and Thailand (14%).

12:15, 11.03.2019

Myanmar, Ukrainian firm ink arms plant deal – media

Under the JV, the plant would reportedly be able to build APCs and self-propelled howitzers.

15:06, 10.03.2019

UAE company unveils new amphibious IFV with Ukrainian Shturm turret system

The Ukrainian system consists of a 30mm ZTM-1 automatic cannon, a KT-7.62mm machine gun, a 30mm KBA.117 automatic grenade launcher, and a four-missile Barrier guided weapon complex.

11:40, 18.02.2019

Ukraine developing modern anti-aircraft missile system

The country seeks to replace obsolete Soviet-made models.

15:00, 08.02.2019

Two men detained in SBU sting operation against illegal firearm sales

Both offenders were nabbed on the outskirts of Novohrad-Volynskyi in the evening, February 3.

13:20, 04.02.2019

Lutsenko stands for legalization of arms carry, prostitution

At the same time, the top prosecutor opposes re-introduction of the death penalty and legalization of drugs.

12:00, 22.01.2019

Ukraine army tests Pion self-propelled howitzers in Donbas (Video)

The self-propelled guns launch 203.7 mm shells.

15:00, 18.01.2019

Ukroboronprom boasts TOP-5 Ukrainian developments in defense industry in 2018 (Photos)

Among most successful projects there is a new anti-ship missile and a deeply-modernized MLR system.

20:40, 17.01.2019

Rada allows arms imports without intermediaries

According to the new legislation, entities ordering products under the state defense order shall be allowed to carry out foreign economic activities.

18:00, 17.01.2019

Turkish strike drones to boost Ukraine's defense capabilities – Air Force

Bayraktar TB2 UAVs boast of a 150 kg combat load, able to carry missiles, while reconnaissance remains one of its main tasks given a long operating range.

22:00, 14.01.2019

Ukraine launching mass production of Vilkha artillery rocket systems – Defense Minister

Design and development works are underway on a number of other defense projects.

15:15, 11.01.2019

Ukraine army to get UAH 16 bln more in funding in 2019 - Poroshenko

Next year's defense and security budget will be over 5% of GDP.

15:30, 24.12.2018

Two armed men detained in Kyiv downtown amid unification council (Photo)

According to Kryshchenko, other believers who came to the St. Sophia Square on the occasion of the unification council are quite calm and understand enhanced security measures and metal detectors.

15:17, 15.12.2018

Convoy of military equipment spotted moving into Crimea across Kerch Strait Bridge (Photo, video)

Russia has been turning the occupied Crimea into a major military base.

00:00, 09.12.2018