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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 looking into anti-missile systems such as Israel's Iron Dome

The recent developments in Israel have shown the relevance of such a system.

13:35, 19.05.2021

Def. Ministry expects escalation on border with Russia at any moment

Taran says Russia is in no hurry to fulfill its troops withdrawal promises.

14:25, 12.05.2021

Ukraine's defense minister elaborates on risks of invasion by Russia from Belarus

The situation is being closely monitored.

13:10, 12.05.2021

Britain to continue training Ukrainian military – Ambassador

UK will keep supporting the implementation of defense reform in line with NATO standards.

23:30, 16.04.2021

Russia could attack from occupied Crimea – Ukraine defense chief

Taran says Russia has been turning Crimea into a powerful military outpost.

21:45, 14.04.2021

U.S. not to leave Ukraine to its own devices if Russian aggression escalates: Defense chiefs' phone call

For the second time over the past 1.5 months, the top defense officials of the two states discussed ways to strengthen cooperation.

09:00, 02.04.2021

Ukraine to invite Japan to join Crimean Platform

The minister thanked Japan for its assistance.

14:50, 17.03.2021

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

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 ready to boost contributions to NATO operations – defense minister

The minister hopes for political support of NATO allies that a decision on a NATO Membership Action Plan for Ukraine be made at the next NATO summit.

23:45, 05.12.2020

Cabinet approves draft deal on military cooperation with Turkey

The document is expected to be signed during Zelensky's visit to Turkey on Oct 15-17.

15:30, 14.10.2020

Ukraine, UK sign memo on enhancing military-technical cooperation

The document was signed in the presence of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.

11:45, 08.10.2020

Defense minister names probable cause of An-26 crash

Taran also spoke about the plane's pre-accident condition.

11:50, 26.09.2020

Ukraine to stage exercises to coincide with Russian manoeuvres – media

Taran said the exercises would include anti-aircraft fire and would be held at the end of September in southern Ukraine

22:30, 17.07.2020

Ukraine's defense minister invites NATO Allies to join national drills this fall

The parties agreed to enhance the presence of forces and equipment in the Black Sea region.

11:00, 10.07.2020

Seizure of military equipment by Ukraine's SBI undermines combat readiness – Defense minister

Taran said such actions could lead to a possible leak of classified information.

16:00, 03.07.2020

Ukraine developing Navy in line with NATO standards – defense minister

The Defense Ministry is currently negotiating with foreign partners on the need to provide assistance and support in the implementation of the said plans.

21:10, 15.06.2020

Ukraine's Defense Minister says army lacks PPE amid coronavirus

The Armed Forces of Ukraine have three mobile labs.

11:40, 12.04.2020

Defense minister stresses importance of Ukraine Army's widest interaction with NATO

Today, the Ukrainian Army is undergoing transition of its military command structure to that used by Allies.

16:30, 11.03.2020

Ukrainian army needs arms upgrade – Ukraine's defense minister

The Army must be well-armed, the minister says, naming it a priority.

15:40, 11.03.2020

Ukrainian lawmakers appoint Andriy Taran as new defense minister

The decision was backed by 285 MPs.

20:20, 04.03.2020