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Ukraine making progress on defense reforms – Pentagon official

America is unwavering in its support for Ukraine sovereignty, territorial integrity and Euro Atlantic aspirations, said the official.

18:00, 08.06.2021

Def. Ministry awaiting serial production in Ukraine of VOG munitions for grenade launchers

Munitions could be made of domestically produced components and certain materials provided by the chemical industry of a NATO Ally.

15:30, 03.06.2021

Ukraine testing new Bohdana truck-mounted artillery

The 2S22 Bohdana is a new wheeled self-propelled howitzer (SPH) armed with a 155mm gun.

21:00, 28.05.2021

Ukraine denies reports on halt to Wall project at border with Russia

The readiness of the project as of the end of May 2020 was estimated at 40%.

16:20, 27.05.2021

Poland to buy 24 combat drones from NATO ally Turkey

The deal is to be signed on May 24.

18:59, 22.05.2021

Ukraine's MFA: Russian militarization behind lack of water in occupied Crimea

The supply of water from mainland Ukraine could resume only after the end of the occupation of the peninsula.

13:59, 22.05.2021

NATO defense chiefs call on Ukraine to pursue reform

They reiterated full support for Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity.

11:30, 19.05.2021

Zelensky enacts NSDC's decision on increased spending on defense

The NSDC secretary has been tasked with monitoring the implementation of the decision.

11:05, 19.05.2021

Ukraine's military chief: Army, other troops 100% ready to repel aggression

Khomchak says the Ukrainian army has seven years of active combat experience.

12:45, 12.05.2021

FM Kuleba elaborates on U.S. military support Ukraine seeks

Ukraine will request air defense systems and anti-sniper technology, Kuleba revealed.

14:00, 06.05.2021

Ukraine keeps fortifying border with Russia – border guard agency chief

The European Rampart project has been under construction since 2014 after Russia unleashed aggression against Ukraine.

12:20, 05.05.2021

U.S. defense intelligence chief comments on Russia's military build-up near Ukraine

He says the presence of Russian-led forces in eastern Ukraine remains a viable coercive tool.

11:50, 30.04.2021

Zelensky convening NSDC meeting on security situation in country's south

The statement came during Zelensky's visit to Kherson region bordering with the temporarily occupied Crimea.

23:40, 27.04.2021

U.S. provides $8 mln in aid to Ukraine Army to enhance command and control

The United States continues its "unwavering support" of Ukraine Army, diplomats stress.

22:30, 27.04.2021

Ukraine boosts military spending in 2020, climbs to 34th place in SIPRI rating

Experts estimate Kyiv's defense spending in 2020 at US$5.9 billion.

14:00, 26.04.2021

Ukroboronprom CEO: 17 state defense enterprises transferred for sale in fact remnants

The official asks law enforcement agencies to investigate their actual bankruptcy.

17:30, 23.04.2021

Ukraine Army receives newest Zoopark 3 counterbattery radar

The system is domestically made, the report stresses.

14:00, 21.04.2021

Zelensky enacts law allowing reservists to be recruited within 24 hours without announcing mobilization

The decision маy be made by the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces on the submission of the Commander-in-Chief.

12:45, 21.04.2021

Britain to expand Op ORBITAL in Ukraine to exchange experience

The sides signed a respective technical agreement.

06:40, 21.04.2021

FM Kuleba: Western partners to arm Ukraine in case of Russia's further invasion

The defense aid will be provided by a number of international partners.

19:00, 16.04.2021

Ukroboronprom defense giant ready to double production volumes amid Russia's escalation

The defense giant has developed and sent to the participating enterprises an action plan aimed at strengthening the country's defense capability.

21:00, 14.04.2021

NATO to additionally deploy 500 troops in Germany

The Alliance plans large-scale drills for about 30,000 troops this summer.

11:05, 14.04.2021

Zelensky: Ukraine, Turkey have "common vision" of security in Black Sea region

Erdogan reiterated Turkey's invariable stance of supporting the restoration of Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity.

11:40, 11.04.2021

NATO names major reforms to bring Ukraine closer to Alliance

Peach commended Ukraine for its commitment to major reforms whilst defending its citizens and sovereign territory from aggression over the last seven years.

13:10, 08.04.2021

Ukraine Army receives domestic 3D radar system

The new radar is able to operate in almost any climatic conditions and also in mountainous terrain.

20:15, 29.03.2021

Zelensky approves Ukraine's Military Security Strategy

The document lays down an integrated comprehensive approach to the defense in the face of hybrid military threats to national security.

23:45, 25.03.2021

U.S. ship delivers batch of Humvees to Ukraine – media

The vessel has been moored in the port of Odesa.

18:45, 25.03.2021

Island-class patrol boats: Ukrainian сrews complete training in U.S. (Video)

Two boats have already received Ukrainian names, "Sumy" and "Fastiv."

11:05, 23.03.2021

U.S. Senators introduce updated Ukraine Security Partnership Act – Details

It authorizes up to $300 million per year of foreign military financing, including lethal military assistance.

23:45, 18.03.2021

Ukraine to invite Japan to join Crimean Platform

The minister thanked Japan for its assistance.

14:50, 17.03.2021

Ukraine Army seeking to replace Soviet-era off-road vehicles

The new vehicle is supposed to comply with NATO standards.

18:00, 05.03.2021

Pentagon to provide Ukraine with additional US$150 mln, but on condition

In total, Ukraine may get US$275 million in military aid from the United States in 2021.

14:50, 02.03.2021

Ukrainian Army gets five upgraded T-72 tanks (Photos, video)

The overhaul of the first batch of tanks was carried out as part of the state defense order.

13:10, 02.03.2021

U.S. announces $125 mln military aid to Ukraine

The package includes patrol boats, counter-artillery radars, satellite imagery and analysis, training, and medical support.

09:00, 02.03.2021

Ukraine's Commander-in-Chief says Army ready for any scenario in Donbas

Ukrainian troops are being trained for urban warfare.

18:59, 22.02.2021

Ukraine, U.S. defense chiefs talk Enhanced Opportunities Partnership implementation

During the call, the heads of defense departments discussed issues of Ukraine's defense reform and progress in key areas.

23:45, 19.02.2021

NATO seeks to boost funding for deterrence efforts along borders with Russia

Stoltenberg said China and Russia are at the forefront of an authoritarian pushback against rules-based international order

19:30, 15.02.2021

Zelensky calls Security & Defense Council meeting, to be partly held behind closed doors

It is scheduled for February 19.

20:59, 12.02.2021

Army to receive military products worth US$361.4 mln in 2021

Procurement procedures under the current contracts are run in line with the previous legislation.

13:10, 09.02.2021

NATO implements Counter-Terrorism Reference Curriculum in Ukraine

The course is set to help participants successfully anticipate and mitigate potential threats.

21:20, 05.02.2021

NATO chief calls on Allies to boost defense spending

Stoltenberg earlier noted Russia's threatening moves toward its neighbors.

09:00, 29.01.2021

Russia deploys Bastion coastal defense missile system in occupied Crimea

They conducted a set of drills.

19:59, 28.01.2021

Defense Ministry ready to increase funding for Ukraine's missile program

The ministry has recently stepped up work on building up the country's missile shield.

17:57, 22.01.2021

Cabinet approves draft of Ukraine's Military Security Strategy

The document takes into account the risks of Russia's military threat.

18:54, 20.01.2021

Ukrainian crews of Island-class patrol boats arrive in U.S. for training (Photo)

The boats will be delivered to Ukraine in the first half of 2021.

22:30, 11.01.2021

Turkish Bayraktar strike drones to be purchased for Ukrainian Navy in 2021

In December 2020, Ukraine and Turkey signed a technology transfer deal for the production of the ADA-type corvettes and Bayraktar strike drones.

12:20, 04.01.2021

U.S. House votes to override Trump's veto of crucial defense bill with Nord Stream 2 sanctions – media

The Democrat-controlled chamber voted 322-87 to override the veto of the bill.

16:55, 29.12.2020

Ukrainian military conducting maneuvers with Smerch MRL systems near Crimea (Video)

Combat readiness checks are held weekly, both in the day and night time.

17:30, 24.12.2020

Trump vetoes Defense Authorization Act for 2021 with US$250 mln in aid for Ukraine's army

He says the document is a "gift" to China and Russia.

23:59, 23.12.2020

Ukraine to use Turkish technology to build Navy corvettes

Ukraine thus aims to boost security in the Black Sea and the Sea of Azov.

11:55, 23.12.2020