German government keeps providing information on arms deliveries to Ukraine
A spokesperson for the German Ministry of Defence announced at today's government press conference that the German government will continue to provide information on arms deliveries to Ukraine. However, certain details will not be disclosed in the future.
NYT: Talks are underway concerning the delivery of another Patriot fire unit
According to a New York Times report, talks are underway concerning the delivery of another Patriot fire unit from Bundeswehr stocks to Ukraine. A recent statement by the German Minister of Defence shows that there may indeed be some truth to the report.
GCS opens service centre in Ukraine
In order to be able to repair their GCS-100 and GCS-200 demining machines used in Ukraine even more quickly, the Swiss company Global Clearance Solutions recently opened a service centre in Ukraine.
False advertisement: German Ministry of Defence corrects newest Ukraine aid package
For the first time in a long time, the German Ministry of Defence announced a new comprehensive military aid package in support of Ukraine last Friday. One week later, it now changed the online communication regarding the package to address a communication faux pas.
Germany provides Ukraine with a new military aid package
During last Friday's meeting of the Ukraine Defence Contact Group, Germany announced a new military aid package to provide Ukraine with additional military assistance over the course of 2025. While the military equipment contained in the package is urgently needed, the announcement itself appears to be at least somewhat misleading.
German loitering munition for the Ukrainian defence
After the supply of loitering munition played virtually no role in Germany's assistance to Ukraine during the first three years of the war, it is now picking up speed. Following the first deliveries by Helsing since the beginning of the year, the Munich-based defence company is about to realise a second order.
Missing USAID: Germany forced to reallocate Ukraine aid
As a direct result of the USAID dissolution, the German government and the EU are now forced to reallocate their own funds to replace missing US funding needed for critical repairs. Unfortunately, money is now missing elsewhere, where it is also urgently needed.
Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine
Welcome to my live updates on the German assistance for Ukraine in the Russian war of aggression against Ukraine. Never again miss any important statements, donations and more.
Planned deliveries for 2025: Status after one quarter
How are the deliveries of military equipment originally planned by Germany for this year progressing? A conclusion after three months!
Why the Budget Committee’s €8.2 billion approval is more important than you might think
On Friday, the Bundestag's Budget Committee approved around €11 billion in additional funds that will be spent on providing Ukraine with military aid. This includes over €8 billion earmarked for military aid over the years 2026 to 2029. Although these take a back seat in general reporting, they are more important than many people realise.


