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Ukraine's defense industry is rapidly advancing with new developments in Ukrainian weapons. The OCTOPUS interceptor drone has entered serial production, marking a significant milestone in Ukraine's strategy to counter foreign threats. President Zelenskyy outlines the potential to scale up long-range capabilities, emphasizing domestically produced missiles and drones as crucial elements in the country's defense strategy. Additionally, the Ministry of Defense has greenlit the NUMO GRS for military use, further bolstering Ukraine's innovative robotic systems. As European allies provide financial support, Ukraine continues to enhance its technological edge, eyeing significant progress in the production of high-tech military equipment.

What is the OCTOPUS interceptor drone used for in Ukraine?

The OCTOPUS interceptor drone is designed to shoot down enemy drones, specifically targeting Russian Shaheds. It represents a significant advancement in Ukraine's aerial defense technologies and is now entering serial production, emphasizing Ukraine's commitment to enhancing its defensive capabilities and self-reliance in technology manufacture.

How is Ukraine planning to enhance its long-range weapons capabilities?

Ukraine aims to enhance its long-range capabilities by expanding production of its own missiles and drones. President Zelenskyy's meetings emphasize strategic investments in long-range strike options, forecasting significant advancements in this domain within the next six months. This development forms part of a broader strategy to fortify national defense.

What are the latest developments in Ukraine's robotic defense systems?

Among the latest developments in Ukraine's defense strategy is the approval and implementation of the NUMO ground robotic system. This system is multipurpose and expands the technological arsenal available to the Ukrainian Armed Forces, showcasing the country's investment in advanced automated defense tactics and systems designed to modernize its military operations.

How does foreign investment impact Ukrainian weapons production?

Foreign investment plays a crucial role in accelerating Ukraine's weapons production capabilities. For instance, a significant financial boost from European partners facilitated advancements in drone manufacturing. These investments enable Ukraine to expand its defense technology infrastructure, ultimately contributing to the nation's capacity to meet both domestic and international defense needs efficiently.

What steps is Ukraine taking to increase domestic weapon production?

Ukraine is channeling extensive governmental support into scaling up domestic weapon production, focusing primarily on drones, missiles, and other advanced tech. Meeting this strategic goal involves increasing investments in technological innovation and enhancing production facilities, ensuring Ukraine's defense strategies align with modern military demands and support autonomous national security objectives.

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Drone destroys group of occupiers Operator of Ukrainian "Vampire" drone single-handedly eliminated assault group of five occupiers in Sumy region. VIDEO Russian invaders near the border in the Sumy region continue to take losses from attack drones, which have become a veritable death sentence for enemy infantry. As reported by Censor.NET, footage has been posted online showing the effective operation of the heavy attack hexacopter Vampire (known among the occupiers as "Baba Yaga"). 5 580 11 Previously in trend: Fighting in Sumy region

drones More than 80% of enemy targets destroyed by Ukrainian-made drones – Zelenskyy As of now, more than 80% of Russian targets are being destroyed by domestically produced drones. Over the past year, drones destroyed 819,737 enemy targets. 893 13 Previously in trend: Drone industry

Ukraine launches serial production of OCTOPUS interceptor drone against Russian Shaheds Ukrainian OCTOPUS interceptor drone enters serial production, Shmyhal says Ukraine has launched serial production of a domestically made interceptor drone designed to shoot down Russian Shaheds, called OCTOPUS. 3 953 29 Previously in trend: Interceptor drones Drone industry

Zelenskyy Ukraine has potential to scale up its long-range capabilities – Zelenskyy President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting of the Supreme Commander-in-Chief’s Staff dedicated to deep strikes and Ukraine’s long-range capabilities. 1 737 42 Previously in trend: Ukrainian Arms Production of weapons

Defense Ministry approves NUMO robotic system by Tankove Biuro for military use Defense Ministry approves NUMO GRS for use, capable of carrying up to 300 kg of cargo Ukraine’s Ministry of Defense has codified and approved for use in the Armed Forces of Ukraine the multi-purpose ground robotic system (GRS) NUMO, developed by the company Tankove Biuro. 1 157 5 Previously in trend: Codification of weapons

Volodymyr Zelenskyy Ukrainian drone manufacturers to receive additional 400 million euros this week – Zelenskyy Ukrainian drone manufacturing companies will receive an additional 400 million euros this week. 1 641 25 Previously in trend: Investment in drone manufacturing

Novator Ukrainian armoured vehicle Novator withstands enemy FPV drone attack and continues to move forward. VIDEO The Ukrainian armoured vehicle Novator withstood the attack of enemy FPV drones and calmly continued to move, performing its mission. 12 090 7 Previously in trend: Ukrainian Arms

Meeting at Zelenskyy’s office Zelenskyy held meeting on situation in defence sector: there must be more Ukrainian weapons. PHOTO President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting on the situation in the defence sector. 1 229 17 Previously in trend: Ukrainian weapons production

Volodymyr Zelenskyy Zelenskyy: We must increase share of domestically produced weapons. VIDEO Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of increasing the production of Ukrainian weaponry. 1 523 60 Previously in trend: Zelenskyy’s address Ukrainian defense industry

Carl Bildt Ukraine will soon make significant progress in long-range weapons production - Bildt Ukraine is currently actively working on the production of its own long-range weapons, and in 6 months it can make significant progress in this area. 3 330 18 Previously in trend: Ukrainian weapons production

Spies from China Two Chinese spies who were collecting secret technology for production of Ukrainian Neptune missiles have been detained - SSU. PHOTOS On 26 June, a citizen of the People's Republic of China was served a notice of suspicion of espionage. 15 760 136 Previously in trend: Chinese spies collected data on the Neptune missile

Canada Canada’s Defense Ministry is looking into making weapons with Ukraine, - Minister McGuinty Canada is considering the possibility of producing weapons jointly with Ukraine. 876 3 Previously in trend: Joint production of weapons with Canada

Sapsan missile Ukraine launches mass production of its own Sapsan ballistic missile - OP Ukraine has begun mass production of the Sapsan short-range ballistic missile, which was first used in combat last month. 21 454 93 Previously in trend: Ukraine’s missile program Ukrainian weapons production

Ministry of Defence codifies domestic unmanned ground vehicle TERMIT Domestic unmanned ground vehicle TERMIT approved for use in Armed Forces of Ukraine. PHOTO The Ministry of Defence of Ukraine has codified and approved for use in the Armed Forces of Ukraine the domestic unmanned ground system TERMIT. 4 434 8 Previously in trend: Codification of weapons robotic ground complex

Zhelezniak Drone manufacturers urge government to lift export restrictions as 60% of production capacity remains idle due to lack of funding – Zhelezniak. VIDEO People`s Deputy Yaroslav Zhelezniak stated that 60% of Ukraine’s production capacity remains idle due to a lack of funding. 3 737 73 Previously in trend: supply of drones

Umerov and Lecornu Umerov meets with Lecornu to discuss joint production of air defense systems and other weapons in "both Ukraine and France" Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov held a meeting with French Defense Minister Sébastien Lecornu. 601 8 Previously in trend: Joint weapons production with France

Volodymyr Zelenskyy Zelenskyy: Ukraine needs $30 billion to launch weapons production at full capacity President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that an additional $30 billion is needed to launch Ukrainian arms production at full capacity. 2 752 58 Previously in trend: Ukrainian weapons production

Volodymyr Zelenskyy Ukraine will produce its own strike drones, interceptors, cruise and ballistic missiles – these are key elements, says Zelenskyy. VIDEO In a video address, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy outlined plans to ramp up domestic production of Ukrainian drones and missiles. 6 770 163 Previously in trend: Zelenskyy’s address Ukrainian defense industry

Defense procurement Ukraine put into service over 120 new weapons in April - Ministry of Defense During April 2025, the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine codified and authorized more than 120 new models of weapons and military equipment for use in the Armed Forces. 927 3 Previously in trend: Ukrainian Arms

Ministry of Defence has approved new NORD kamikaze drones for use in AFU More than 95% of drones used at frontline are made in Ukraine - Ministry of Defence More than 95% of the unmanned aerial vehicles currently used by the Ukrainian Defence Forces at the front are made by Ukrainian manufacturers. 1 756 15 Previously in trend: Ukrainian Arms

Ukrainian combat robot Droid TW Combat robots equipped with AI capabilities are already providing fire support to Armed Forces of Ukraine – Ministry of Defense. PHOTO The Defense Forces of Ukraine have begun the combat deployment of domestically developed unmanned ground platforms, including the Droid TW, which is equipped with artificial intelligence systems. 3 596 4 Previously in trend: Ukrainian Arms

Ukrainian UAV complex Rarog-10 approved for use in the Armed Forces of Ukraine Ukrainian UAV complex "Rarog-10" has been approved for use in Armed Forces of Ukraine - Ministry of Defence. PHOTO The Ukrainian-made Rarog-10 unmanned aerial vehicle system, equipped with powerful FPV drones with high EW resistance, was put into operation in the Armed Forces of Ukraine. 2 424 3 Previously in trend: Codification of weapons

Kostenko Ukraine can produce up to 10 million drones year – Kostenko Ukrainian defense enterprises can produce about 10 million drones a year if the state sets such a task. 3 444 53 Previously in trend: Production of drones Development of drone production in Ukraine Ukrainian weapons production

Ukrainian combat robot approved for use in Armed Forces of Ukraine Ukrainian combat robot D-21-12R has been approved for use in Armed Forces of Ukraine, - Ministry of Defence. PHOTO The Ministry of Defence of Ukraine has codified and approved for use in the army the D-21-12R ground combat robotic system equipped with a large-calibre machine gun. 3 389 47 Previously in trend: Codification of weapons

Pavel visited rifle production facility Pavel visited production of Bren-2 rifles in Ukraine under license of Czech company. PHOTOS During his visit to Ukraine, Czech President Petr Pavel visited the production of Bren-2 assault rifles under license from Česká Zbrojovka. 14 329 42 Previously in trend: Ukrainian weapons production

Devices for infantry weapons Ukrainian-made devices for infantry weapons approved for use in Armed Forces of Ukraine - Ministry of Defence. PHOTO Several devices and aids to facilitate the use of domestic and foreign small arms and grenade launchers on military equipment and stationary positions have been codified and approved for use in the units of the Ukrainian Defence Forces. The devices were developed and manufactured by Ukrainian gunsmiths. 3 682 2 Previously in trend: Production of Ukrainian equipment

Robotic system approved for use in the Armed Forces of Ukraine "Lyiut" robotic system has been officially adopted into service – Ministry of Defense A domestically produced ground robotic complex "Liut" (Fury) has been put into operation in the Defense Forces. 3 470 3 Previously in trend: Ukrainian Arms

Volodymyr Zelenskyy Ukraine has tested 3,000-kilometer-range drone – Zelenskyy. VIDEO In a video address in the evening, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that a Ukrainian drone with a 3,000-kilometer range had been tested. 10 257 81 Previously in trend: Development of drone production in Ukraine

Long Neptune Rocket Our "Long Neptune" missile has been tested and successfully used in combat - Zelenskyy President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that the new Ukrainian missile "Long Neptune" has been tested and successfully used in combat. 12 395 100 Previously in trend: Ukrainian Arms Ukraine’s missile program

Volodymyr Zelenskyy Production of Ukrainian drones is one of key parts of Russia’s deterrence system - Zelenskyy. VIDEO In a video address, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that Ukrainian drones are a key part of the system of deterring Russia. 1 414 28 Previously in trend: Development of drone production in Ukraine

UAS SETH unmanned aerial vehicle strike system Ukraine’s newest UAS SETH destroying an occupier’s truck in Toretsk direction. VIDEO+PHOTOS The soldiers of the 12th Special Forces Brigade "Azov" of the National Guard of Ukraine received a domestically produced UAS SETH strike aircraft system. 11 741 21 Previously in trend: Drones against occupiers Ukrainian UAS

Zelenskyy talks about agreements on weapons production in Ukraine Zelenskyy: Ukraine is preparing agreements to increase production of weapons, especially drones President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced agreements with partners to increase the production of Ukrainian weapons. 1 567 16 Previously in trend: Defence industry of Ukraine Production of drones

The Ministry of Defence has approved new NORD kamikaze drones for use in the Armed Forces Ukrainian Armed Forces to receive new Ukrainian-made NORD kamikaze drones – Ministry of Defence. PHOTO The Ministry of Defence has codified and approved the use of Ukrainian-made NORD unmanned aerial systems in the Armed Forces. 3 175 4 Previously in trend: Production of drones

Ukrainian robotic complex Gulliver is adopted for service Ukrainian robotic complex ’Gulliver’ has been accepted into service – Ministry of Defence. PHOTO The Ministry of Defence has announced the acceptance of the Gulliver universal ground robotic system into service. 4 234 4

Ukrainian missile Trembita Trembita drone missile and Bulava domestic drone were presented for first time at exhibition. PHOTOS On Friday, 21 February, the Ukrainian drone missile Trembita was demonstrated for the first time at the Defence Tech Innovations Forum 2025. The developers also presented the Bulava unmanned reconnaissance and strike system, which is domestically produced. 11 012 61 Previously in trend: Ukrainian Arms

Unmanned systems forces confirmed the use of a long-range drone capable of carrying a 250-kilogram bomb Ukraine uses long-range UAVs capable of carrying 250-kilogram bombs to strike Russia - Unmanned Systems Forces For long-range strikes against Russia, Ukraine uses drones that can carry 250-kilogram bombs and cover distances of up to 2,000 kilometers. 4 044 55

Zelenskyy showed Starmer Ukrainian drones Zelenskyy and Starmer inspected Ukrainian-made drones: Our goal is to produce record number. VIDEO+PHOTOS President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who arrived in Kyiv on 16 January, inspected drones made by Ukrainian companies. 5 960 17

Zelenskyy announces successful test of new Ruta missile Ukraine successfully tests new Ruta missile - Zelenskyy President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy noted the successful testing of a new missile of domestic production "Ruta". 15 336 110

скандал із бракованими мінами українського виробництва Soldiers on battlefield criticize quality of Ukrainian-made 120-caliber mines: "The second in a row! It’s complete hollow!". VIDEO A video has been posted online showing Ukrainian soldiers criticising the quality of Ukrainian-made 120 calibre mines. 15 390 87 Previously in trend: War

Норвегія Norway to allocate $33 million for development of Ukraine’s defense industry Norway allocates half a billion Norwegian kroner (about $33 million) for the development of Ukraine's defense industry. 538 3

зеленський Ukraine has long-range capabilities to strike at Russia. Now we have ATACMS, - Zelenskyy President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has confirmed that the United States has authorized Ukraine to strike Russian territory with ATACMS ballistic missiles. 4 171 38

Лютий пролітає біля російського безпілотника Enemy drone captures flight of Ukrainian drone "Liutyi". VIDEO A video was posted online showing a flight of a long-range Ukrainian-made drone, "Liutyi". 18 527 22 Previously in trend: War

випробування бойового модуля Січ на броньовику Варта2 Testing of domestic combat module "Sich" on new Ukrainian armoured vehicle "Varta-2". VIDEO Ukraine tested the "Sich" domestic combat module on a new "Varta-2" armoured vehicle. 10 532 40 Previously in trend: War

бойова робота бтр-4 українського виробництва на покровському напрямку Crew of Ukrainian BTR-4E "Bucephal" destroys fortifications of occupiers in Pokrovsk direction. VIDEO A video has been posted online showing fragments of the combat work of the crew of the Bucephalus APCS-4E on the frontline. 14 783 13 Previously in trend: War

Лдойд Остін US ready to continue investing in long-range weapons production in Ukraine - Austin The United States of America is ready to continue investing in the production of long-range weapons in Ukraine, including unmanned aerial vehicles. 1 518 4

Ракета-дрон "Паляниця" можливо вразила ціль: заява Зеленського It is possible that our "Palianytsia" has already hit target, - Zelenskyy The new long-range Ukrainian-made drone missile "Palianytsia" could already hit an enemy target. 9 451 15 Previously in trend: War

Міноборони допустило до експлуатації український дрон Чаклун Ukrainian "Chaklun" drone was approved for use in AFU - Ministry of Defense. PHOTO The Ministry of Defence of Ukraine has codified and approved the delivery of a multifunctional domestically produced drone, the Chaklun. 8 874 22

Звернення Володимира Зеленського 15 жовтня Zelenskyy on weapons production: No matter what happens in world, Ukraine will be strong. VIDEO In his evening video address, Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that at the end of this month, Ukrainian defence production would be awarded new contracts. 2 585 34

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