Japan Delivers 4x4 and Tracked Vehicles to Ukraine
Japan announced military aid to Ukraine, including Type 73 4x4 light tactical vehicles and at least one Morooka tracked logistics vehicle.
Ukraine News
Land
Bilateral Relations
Navy / Maritime
Unmanned Systems
Ukraine Uses Armed Sea Baby USV Against Russian Navy
Ukrainian Security Service SBU shared a video of a Sea Baby USV’s attack in Sevastopol Bay using an unspecified munition.
Air
Ukrainian Pilots Start flying with F-16
After completing basic training in the United Kingdom, the Ukrainian pilot began flying F-16 fighter jets in Denmark.
Air
Weapon / Missile
Bilateral Relations
The U.K. Announced New ASRAAM Missile Aid For Ukraine
British Defence Ministry announced that new aid for Ukrainian air defence, including 200 AIM-132 ASRAAM IIR-guided missiles, will begin.
Unmanned Systems
Ukraine Starts Mass-Producing UJ-26 Kamikaze UAV
Ukraine announced that mass production of UJ-26 Beaver long-range kamikaze UAV has begun alongside other UAV systems.
Navy / Maritime
The Ukrainian Air Force hits a Russian landing ship
Russian Landing Ship Novocherkassk was hit by an airstrike from the Ukrainian Air Force, sustaining significant damage.
Ammunition
Investment
Unmanned Systems
Ukraine is Set to Produce one Million FPV Drones in 2024
Ukraine plans to produce one million FPV drones against Russian aggression as the FPVs proved their effectiveness on the battlefield.
Air
Bilateral Relations
Belgium changes its mind about sending F-16s to Ukraine
Previously reluctant to send F-16s to Ukraine, now Belgium says it will supply Fighting Falcons to Kyiv starting in 2025.
Air
Bilateral Relations
Ukrainian Sabotage at Airfield Near Moscow
Ukraine's Defence Intelligence Directorate (GUR) stated that Ukrainian saboteurs had attacked the Chkalovsky military airfield near Moscow.
Land
Bilateral Relations
ROK Provides Mine Removal Vehicle ‘Rhino’s to Ukraine
Republic of Korea (ROK) Provides two K600 obstacle-clearing ‘Rhinos’ to Ukraine to clear mines effectively.
Air
Unmanned Systems
Russia Plans Intercepting UAVs with Helicopter
The Russian Armed Forces have reportedly formed a special helicopter unit to hunt down mainly Ukrainian drones.
Air
Modernisation
Belgian F-16s may Have Cracks in the Fuselage
Belgium may not send F-16s to Ukraine as it finds cracks in aircraft that will put the pilot's life in danger.
Engine and Transmission
Bilateral Relations
The U.S. Supplies AIM-9M to Ukraine
The U.S. will send AIM-9M Sidewinder short-range air-to-air missiles to the Ukrainian Air Force. These missiles are known for their performance at dogfight.
Weapon / Missile
Zelensky: Ukraine has a missile with 700 km range
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated they have a new missile with a 700 km range.
