German manufacturer Rheinmetall is opening Europe's largest artillery shell production plant near Hanover on August 27. The enterprise will produce up to 350,000 shells per year after reaching full capacity in 2027.
German leaders are considering the possibility of sending troops to Ukraine after a peace agreement is reached. This issue is key for Chancellor Friedrich Merz, who seeks to restore Germany's leadership.
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul is justifying himself over interpretations of his words regarding the possible deployment of the Bundeswehr to Ukraine. He emphasized that no decisions on troop deployment have been made, and his comments were taken out of context.
Germany will transfer additional Patriot launchers to Ukraine as a first stage. Other system components will be transferred within 2-3 months.
Germany will provide Ukraine with two Patriot air defense systems. The US will replace these systems for Germany with new ones.
A Bundeswehr helicopter crashed into the Mulde River in Germany, killing two people. The Minister of Defense visited the crash site, and the search for one person is ongoing.
The US is conducting a global force posture review, which could lead to a reduction of American troop presence in Europe by up to 30%. Germany, which hosts the largest number of American service members, anticipates changes in America's posture, but there are no specific commitments regarding US plans yet.
Germany has already provided Ukraine with three Patriot systems and is negotiating with the US to send another one. Berlin will also facilitate the provision of five Patriot missiles, and Switzerland will postpone its Patriot order to support Ukraine.
Ukraine is working to acquire ten Patriot systems that will be sold by the United States. Germany has confirmed the provision of two systems, Norway - one.
Germany is awaiting US President Donald Trump's decision on transferring Patriot systems to Ukraine. Washington has given a principled commitment to provide a replacement, which will allow Germany to transfer its own systems.
At the 29th meeting in the "Ramstein" format, partners announced key decisions regarding strengthening Ukraine's defense capabilities. The USA is initiating a new mechanism jointly with NATO for European countries to purchase American weapons, and the Netherlands is allocating 125 million euros for the maintenance of F-16 aircraft.
Germany will provide Ukraine with two additional Patriot systems, which will be deployed in the coming days. The purchase of long-range Ukrainian-made drones will also be financed.
The UK Secretary of State for Defence will initiate a "50-day campaign" to arm Ukraine at the Ramstein meeting to force Putin to the negotiating table. This initiative supports Donald Trump's proposal for an ultimatum to Russia by September 2.
EU Commissioner Andrius Kubilius calls on Lithuania and the Baltic states to create a drone shield and establish mass production of drones after a Russian "Gerbera" drone flew into Lithuanian territory. He emphasizes the need to train specialists for rapid drone production.
Germany has asked the administration of US President Donald Trump to provide Ukraine with two more Patriot missile batteries. German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius discussed this issue with US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth.
Germany will transfer Patriot air defense batteries to Ukraine and purchase replacements from the USA. The delivery of weapons may take months, despite Zelenskyy's calls.
US President Donald Trump announced the preparation for the supply of 17 Patriot systems to Ukraine, which will begin arriving in the near future. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte noted that the German Minister of Defense will meet with the US Secretary of Defense regarding Patriots for Ukraine.
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius stated the readiness of the German military to defend NATO's eastern flank, particularly Lithuania, from a possible Russian attack. Germany has already realized the need for rearmament and increased defense spending.
European partners will contribute to the purchase of Patriot systems for Ukraine, while NATO will not be directly involved. Germany and Norway are discussing funding for several systems, awaiting US approval.
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius stated that the country will not supply long-range Taurus missiles to Ukraine to avoid depleting its own stocks. Berlin has already transferred three out of twelve Patriot systems to Kyiv and will ask the US for permission to purchase two more for Ukraine.
Germany is discussing the purchase of up to 1,000 Leopard 2 tanks and 2,500 GTK Boxer armored vehicles worth 25 billion euros. This is part of a plan to form six NATO brigades and transform the Bundeswehr into the strongest army in Europe.
Ukraine had 225 air defense systems in 1992, and by 2019, only about 60 remained. Partners have transferred about 100 air defense missile systems to Ukraine, but the country has lost 171 systems.
Germany appealed to European partners with a request to review their air defense stocks and transfer surplus systems to Ukraine. German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul announced a joint letter to European countries.
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul confirmed Germany's continued participation in strengthening Ukraine's air defense. Germany will also provide 9 billion euros and finance long-range weapons.
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius stressed the importance of the United States as a partner in resolving the war of the Russian Federation against Ukraine. He said that they are working to ensure that Washington does not change its position.
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius stated that Germany is not considering transferring Taurus long-range missiles to Ukraine. Zelensky stated that the issue of Taurus missiles is of great importance.
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius stated that the country will participate in the financing of long-range weapons for Ukraine and will provide 9 billion euros in aid. Part of the funds will go to the purchase of necessary materials for the Armed Forces.
Zelenskyy announced additional investments in weapons production in Ukraine and Germany. In particular, it concerns the production of drones and missiles to enhance long-range capabilities.
General Ingo Gerhartz has taken over the NATO headquarters in Brunssum, replacing Guglielmo Luigi Miglietta. He will lead the defense of NATO's eastern flank, which stretches for 4,000 km.
Boris Pistorius condemned the latest Russian strikes on Ukraine and stressed Germany's commitment to support. Germany is the second largest supplier of military aid to Ukraine.
