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Rheinmetall wants to produce ammunition in Ukraine

The arms company Rheinmetall wants to produce artillery ammunition with a local partner in Ukraine. A corresponding contract was signed on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference. The arms company Rheinmetall wants to produce artillery ammunition together with a local partner in Ukraine. A so-called memorandum of understanding to establish a joint venture was […]

war | Zelensky wants to “blind” Russian drones

Defense Minister Pistorius wants to ramp up ammunition production. Zelensky wants to improve drone defense. More information in the news blog. The most important things at a glance Putin wants Biden to win the election Zelensky wants to “blind” Russian drones 2.30am: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyj and his leadership discussed improved defense against Russian reconnaissance […]

war | Russia is probably relying on 100-year-old Soviet tactics

Germany is reaching a record level in defense spending. Estonia warns of a Russian confrontation. All information in the news blog. The most important things at a glance New army chief: situation at the front “extremely complex” 10:24 a.m.: In view of the Russian offensive in eastern Ukraine, the current situation on the front is […]

war | Germany reaches record defense spending

Germany is reaching a record level in defense spending. Estonia warns of a Russian confrontation. All information in the news blog. The most important things at a glance Germany achieves NATO defense spending target 2:20 a.m.: For the first time in three decades, Germany has reported to NATO planned defense spending amounting to two percent […]

Scholz calls for expansion of the arms industry

As the blockade of US aid to Ukraine continues, Germany, as the second largest supporter, is increasingly coming into focus. At the arms manufacturer Rheinmetall, Scholz wants to show that the turning point is finally here. The timing could hardly be better: At the weekend, Olaf Scholz (SPD) warned during his visit to America that […]

war | Forecast: Russian economy increasingly dependent on war

Ukraine denies firing its commander-in-chief. Meanwhile, the pressure on Olaf Scholz is increasing. All information in the news blog. The most important things at a glance Switzerland sends Leopard 2 tanks to Germany 7:08 p.m.: Switzerland has handed over the first nine of a total of 25 Leopard 2 A4 main battle tanks to the […]

war | EU Commissioner wants to boost arms production in the EU

Ukrainian military strengthens defenses 1:25 p.m.: The Ukrainian military is strengthening its defenses. In the north of the country, these have been expanded by 63 percent in the past few months, the armed forces quote Serhiy Najew, the commander responsible for the northern section. President Volodymyr Zelensky announced an expansion of the fortifications at the […]

Ukraine war: Lula invites Putin to the G20 summit in Brazil

Day 648: Ukraine appears to have attacked a fuel depot in Luhansk. The number of Russians who died in the war is estimated at 70,000. All information in the news blog. The most important things at a glance Putin plans to travel to Saudi Arabia and Emirates 7:24 p.m.: According to Moscow media reports, Russian […]

Ukraine War: Russia confirms death of general

Day 648: Ukraine appears to have attacked a fuel depot in Luhansk. The number of Russians who died in the war is estimated at 70,000. All information in the news blog. The most important things at a glance White House warns: Aid to Ukraine could end soon 12.45 p.m.: The White House has warned that […]

Ukraine war: Russia confirms death of general

Day 648: Ukraine appears to have attacked a fuel depot in Luhansk. The number of Russians who died in the war is estimated at 70,000. All information in the news blog. Britain estimates the number of Russians killed in the war at 70,000 12:03 p.m.: According to British estimates, around 70,000 Russians have been killed […]