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Ukraine's participation in the PURL program highlights ongoing efforts to bolster defense capabilities amid conflict. President Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of arms procurement. The PURL initiative sees various countries contributing to Ukraine’s defense, ensuring that weapons supplies are undisturbed. Meanwhile, discussions about the redirection of arms by the US stir diplomatic conversations, as Finland and Germany seek assurances about the delivery of American weapons. The rising prominence of defense tech companies in Ukraine, such as Buntar Aerospace, showcases the domestic innovation within the military sector. Despite talks of redirecting weapons, the US remains committed to providing offensive capabilities to Ukraine, as per various official assurances.

What is the PURL program and who is involved?

The PURL program is a NATO initiative to finance the procurement of US-made weapons for Ukraine. It involves several NATO countries, including the United States, Netherlands, United Kingdom, Norway, and Sweden. They are committed to supporting Ukraine's defense capabilities by contributing funds and supplies essential for its military efforts.

How is the US handling the potential redirection of weapons?

The US has stated that no weapons intended for Ukraine have been diverted elsewhere, and currently, there are no plans for such redirection, despite discussions. Assurance has been given that supply lines remain focused on Ukraine’s needs under the PURL initiative.

What role is Germany playing in supplying weapons to Ukraine?

Germany has pledged to accelerate the export of air defense and naval systems to Ukraine. This commitment is part of the broader international support provided under the PURL program, enhancing Ukraine's military capacity in the context of ongoing conflicts.

How is Ukraine adapting its arms export policy during the war?

Ukraine is resuming controlled arms exports to generate revenue and support its economy during the war. The government has authorized exports after an eight-month pause, focusing on leveraging war-developed technologies to attract financial resources and boost military exports.

What technological advancements are being made in Ukraine's defense sector?

Ukraine is witnessing significant advancements in its defense sector, exemplified by companies like Buntar Aerospace, raising considerable funds for unmanned ISR systems. This domestic innovation reflects Ukraine's focus on strengthening its defense technology amid ongoing conflict demands.

What impact does the NATO arms supply have on Ukraine's defense?

The NATO arms supply through the PURL program significantly enhances Ukraine's defense capabilities. The acquisition of advanced air defense systems and offensive weapons strengthens Ukraine's response to ongoing threats and supports its strategic objectives in countering aggression.

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In Kharkiv, a TCR employee used a non-lethal weapon during the clash TCR officer used non-lethal weapon during clash with civilian who attacked him with brass knuckles in Kharkiv – police. PHOTO In Kharkiv, a clash arose between employees of a territorial centre for recruitment  (TCR) and civilians, during which a soldier used a non-lethal weapon. 8 652 208 Previously in trend: Attack on the TCR

Rutte, Trump Rutte urges NATO countries to boost arms production as they lag behind Russia and China NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said that the Alliance should produce more weapons. 1 041 4 Previously in trend: Weapons production by NATO countries

Ambassador Jacobs Defence companies of Ukraine and Belgium plan joint production of weapons – Ambassador Jacobs Leading companies of the Belgian military-industrial complex are actively establishing ties with Ukrainian partners. The parties are making progress in preparing for joint production. 780 1 Previously in trend: Joint arms production with Belgium

Ukraine increases imports of major types of weapons Ukraine is largest arms importer in world, - SIPRI In 2020-2025, Ukraine increased imports of major types of weapons by almost 100 times compared to 2015-19. 3 489 12

CIA Director John Ratcliffe US suspends aid to Ukraine and intelligence sharing, - CIA Director Ratcliffe CIA Director John Ratcliffe has confirmed that the United States has suspended arms sales and intelligence sharing with Ukraine. 15 619 197 Previously in trend: US aid to Ukraine Consequences of the Trump-Zelenskyy dispute us suspends intelligence sharing to Ukraine

Sanctioned Russian vessel transported weapons from Syria across English Channel Sanctioned Russian cargo ship transported military equipment from Syria across English Channel - Times. PHOTOS The Russian cargo ship Baltic Leader, which is under US sanctions, transported military equipment from Syria across the English Channel this week, accompanied by a warship. 7 815 12 Previously in trend: Sanctioned Russian vessel

Britain UK wants to speed up military procurement amid war in Ukraine The UK government promises to reduce bureaucratic red tape to speed up the procurement of military equipment. 1 195 2 Previously in trend: arms purchases by Britain

Sebastian Lecornu on arms hub in Europe France proposes to create weapons stocks in Europe that can be transferred to Ukraine if necessary To deter Moscow from a new attack, it is necessary to create weapons stocks on common European territory that can be transferred to Ukraine if necessary 2 220 30

self-propelled gun M-1989 Koksan North Korea has already supplied Russia with 120 long-range self-propelled artillery systems and 120 MLRS – Budanov Russia has received 120 long-range self-propelled artillery pieces and 120 multiple launch rocket systems from North Korea. 1 515 13

afu Ukraine has enough weapons to wage war until summer without US aid - Wall Street Journal Ukraine will be able to maintain the current pace of fighting until the summer even without US military assistance, but at the same time, the country may face a shortage of ammunition and critical weapons. 2 727 22

US halts arms sales to Ukraine US halts arms sales to Ukraine – "Voice" People’s Deputy, warrior Kostenko The United States has suspended arms sales to Ukraine. All defense companies that were preparing to supply weapons are awaiting a decision. 17 587 165 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine

Volodymyr Zelenskyy Zelenskyy talks with Danish Prime Minister Frederiksen: they discuss arms supplies and joint production President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had a phone conversation with Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen. 938 12

explosions of cluster munitions GMLRS rocket cluster munitions cover forest belt with occupiers and equipment. VIDEO A video showing the combat use of GMLRS rockets with cluster munitions has been published online. 10 721 13

Ukrainian Armed Forces to receive domestic BATON drones Ukrainian-made BATON drone approved for use in Armed Forces of Ukraine - Ministry of Defense The Ministry of Defense has codified and authorized the use of domestically produced BATON unmanned aerial systems in the units of the Ukrainian Defense Forces. 4 576 19

Ministry of Defence outlines priorities for 2025 Ministry of Defence on plans for 2025: Focus on new missiles and missile defence system The Ministry of Defence has called the use of long-range weapons one of the key elements in reducing Russia's military potential. 1 878 11 Previously in trend: Ukrainian Arms

Zelenskyy heard reports on weapons for the army at the Supreme Commander-in-Chief HQ on February 7 Zelensky held meeting of Supreme Commander-in-Chief HQ: Supply of weapons to army must be stable During a meeting of the Headquarters of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief on Friday, February 7, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy heard reports on the supply of weapons to the Ukrainian army. 1 162 30

Shmyhal discusses defense cooperation and sanctions against Russia with Lithuanian Seimas Ukraine to allocate record UAH 739 billion for weapons production and procurement in 2025 – Shmyhal The Ukrainian government has planned a record budget of UAH 739 billion for weapons production and procurement programs in 2025. 1 415 24

Most of weapons on front are international aid About 70% of weapons and equipment at front are international aid - Ministry of Defense Most of the weapons and military equipment used at the front are donated by Ukraine's international partners. 1 516 18 Previously in trend: War

grenade launcher Ministry of Defense authorizes 7 more small arms for use in Armed Forces In January 2025, the Ministry of Defense codified and authorized seven samples of small arms and grenade launchers manufactured by European and American arms companies for use in the units of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. 3 015 2

Ukraine and the Czech Republic launch a joint project to produce rifles Ukraine and Czech Republic launch joint project to produce rifles based on Danish model Defense Minister Rustem Umierov met with a delegation from the Intergovernmental Agency for Defense Cooperation (AMOS) of the Ministry of Defense of the Czech Republic, accompanied by leading Czech defense companies. The parties discussed new joint projects. 5 760 76

a drone with a thermite munition burns the occupiers in the Donetsk region Dragon drone scorches enemy positions in Donetsk region. VIDEO A video has been posted online showing a Ukrainian drone operator equipped with a thermite ammunition burning down the occupiers' positions. 8 448 28

german air defence missile IRIS Combat work of Ukrainian crew of German "IRIS-T" air defence missile system. VIDEO A video with fragments of the combat work of the Ukrainian crew of the German "IRIS-T" air defence missile system has been published online. 7 984 11

Ukrainian ammunition 40% of weapons and equipment at front are Ukrainian-made, - Zelenskyy Currently, 40% of the weapons and equipment used at the front in Ukraine are Ukrainian-made, and the US contribution to Ukraine's defence capability is 30%. 1 667 19

destruction of an enemy drone by an anti-aircraft drone Destruction of rare Russian reconnaissance UAV "Merlin-VR" using anti-aircraft drone. VIDEO A kamikaze anti-aircraft drone operator from the 81st Separate Airmobile Slobozhanska Brigade destroyed a Russian experimental reconnaissance UAV Merlin-VR. 20 570 13

weaponry US paused arms supplies to Ukraine, but resumed them over weekend - media The United States briefly paused arms supplies to Ukraine, but resumed military aid over the weekend. 7 011 43 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine

European Union EU leaders have different views on where to buy arms The leaders of the 27 member states of the European Union have different views on whether to spend money from EU funds on the purchase of weapons within the European Union or to allow purchases from the United States. 1 198 6

SSU and National Police detain 15 people for attempted illegal sale of weapons in Ukraine 15 dealers, who organised illegal sale of "trophy" weapons and ammunition, detained - SSU. PHOTOS The Security Service of Ukraine and the National Police stopped a number of attempts to illegally sell weapons and explosives in different regions of Ukraine. 2 282 6

Zelenskyy held a meeting of Headquarters of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief on January 31 We are preparing new formats for supporting brigades and manning units. Details will be next week, - Zelenskyy President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy chaired a meeting of the Headquarters of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief. In particular, the issue of staffing the units was discussed.  1 635 19

Ministry of Defense Ministry of Defense assured that situation around DPA did not affect supply of weapons to AFU The Ministry of Defense assured that the situation around the Defense Procurement Agency (DPA) did not affect the quality of weapons supplies to the AFU. 769 20

China supplies Russia with rare metals for war against Ukraine China has become only exporter of rare metals needed for weapons production to Russia - media. INFOGRAPHICS After the European Union and the United States imposed sanctions in 2022, China became a monopolist in the market for the supply of sanctioned rare metals to Russia - gallium, stibium, germanium - chemical metals that are essential for the production of weapons, including nuclear ones. 6 020 15

Zelenskyy told how US refused to supply Ukraine with weapons before 24 February Before full-scale invasion, US refused to help with weapons. We were left alone, - Zelenskyy President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that the United States refused to transfer weapons to Ukraine before Russia's full-scale invasion. 13 427 153

high-precision projectile hits concrete shelter of occupiers in Kherson region Artillery strike with "Copperhead" guided munition on concrete shelters of occupiers in Kherson region. VIDEO Ukrainian artillery destroyed a concrete shelter of the occupiers in Kherson region with a high-precision "Copperhead" shell. 13 712 16

fiber optic drone destruction Destruction of Russian fiber optic FPV drone using fighter drone and mobile radar. VIDEO Drone operators of the 414th Separate Brigade of Strike Unmanned Aircraft Systems "Birds of Madiar" intercepted and destroyed a Russian kamikaze UAV controlled via a fiber-optic cable. 14 771 34

Italy, Parliament Weapons supplies will continue: Italian Parliament supports military assistance to Ukraine in 2025 The Italian Parliament has voted to continue providing military assistance to Ukraine this year. 1 093 2 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine

Western media on conflict between Umerov and Bezrukova Conflict between Umerov and Bezrukova threatens steady supply of weapons - NYT The conflict between Defence Minister Rustem Umerov and the head of the Defence Procurement Agency, Maryna Bezrukova, threatens the stable supply of weapons to the frontline. 3 753 38 Previously in trend: War

Kaja Kallas, Ukraine needs more weapons and air defense systems to prevent front line from shifting - Kallas Ukraine needs more military aid to stop the advance of the Russian army. In particular, the Armed Forces of Ukraine need more ammunition and more air defense equipment. 885 2 Previously in trend: Aid to Ukraine

seizure of illegal weapons Grenade launchers, ammunition, explosives seized: police conduct 19 searches in Kherson region to shut down arms trafficking channels. PHOTOS In the Kherson region, law enforcement officers conducted 19 searches to shut down arms trafficking channels. The seized items include firearms, grenade launchers and explosives. 1 293 4

Zaluzhnyi: Western countries delayed providing Ukraine with weapons to fight Zaluzhnyi: West’s delay in providing Ukraine with necessary weapons has changed situation on battlefield Former Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and Ambassador of Ukraine to the United Kingdom Valerii Zaluzhnyi believes that the delay of democratic countries in the West in providing Kyiv with the necessary amount of weapons to fight Russia has led to a change in the situation on the battlefield, and Ukraine has entered a state of prolonged war. 9 706 95

air defence unit’s combat work over black sea Soldiers of "Vampire" air defence system mounted on board boat shoot down Russian Kh-59 cruise missile over Black Sea. VIDEO A video has been posted online showing the combat work of the Ukrainian unit of the US "Vampire" SAM. 8 961 20

Russia’s frozen assets could be used by the US to arm Ukraine Trump does not rule out buying US weapons for Ukraine with frozen Russian assets, - Kellogg US President Donald Trump's Special Representative for Ukraine and Russia, Keith Kellogg, said that the possibility of Ukraine using the profits from Russian frozen assets to buy American weapons is being discussed. 3 448 29

Russia buys $18 billion worth of weapons production machines from Europe and China Russia purchased $18 billion worth of machines for weapons production from Europe and China In 2023 and the first seven months of 2024, Russia managed to purchase more than 22,000 computer numerically controlled machines (CNC machines), components and consumables for $18.2 billion. 15 684 50

Large-scale special operation by National Police: weapons, explosives and drugs seized More than 800 weapons and 57 kg of explosives: over 1000 simultaneous searches for illegal arms trafficking conducted throughout Ukraine - National Police. PHOTOS During a large-scale special operation across Ukraine, police seized more than 800 weapons, 482 grenades, 46,000 rounds of ammunition and more than 57 kg of explosives. 3 881 18

Mark Rutte at Davos Forum Europe can finance US weapons for Ukraine, - Rutte NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has outlined a strategy for continued support for Ukraine by Western allies and Europe's readiness to take on additional financial commitments. 1 627 23

korean mlrs in kursk region Russian boasting about North Korean MLRS disguised as civilian truck: "Miracle equipment near Kursk". VIDEO&PHOTOS A video was posted online showing a Russian filming a North Korean MLRS disguised as a civilian truck in the Kursk region. 17 808 79

Kyrylo Budanov North Korea to reinforce Russia with missiles and artillery in Kursk region - Budanov North Korea is planning to send missile and artillery reinforcements to Russia in the Kursk region. 2 148 15

Illegal sale of weapons. More than thousand searches are conducted More than thousand searches: law enforcement closes down arms sales and storage channels. VIDEO Law enforcement officers are conducting more than a thousand simultaneous searches to shut down the channels of illegal arms sales and storage. 7 295 20

Korniichuk, Haskel Israel’s Foreign Ministry offers to transfer Russian weapons captured by IDF in Lebanon to Ukraine The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs has offered to transfer Russian-made weapons seized by the IDF to Ukraine. The Ukrainian side is counting on a positive decision in this regard. 8 266 94

Journalists appeal to Verkhovna Rada on corruption scandals with weapons Journalists and activists ask MPs to help deal with corruption scandals with weapons Journalists, volunteers and public figures are appealing to the parliamentary committees on national security and defence and the anti-corruption committee to hold open committee meetings on the arms supply scandals that erupted at the end of last year. 3 158 18

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