Kyiv, Berlin unveil new military innovation program PHOTO

Ukraine and Germany have agreed to launch a new defence technology initiative aimed at supporting innovation in the military sector, following the signing of a letter of intent in Kyiv.

Ukraine’s Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov and German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius signed the document launching the Brave Germany program, an initiative focused on developing defence technologies and supporting innovative startups, Caliber.Az reports, citing Ukrainian media.

Fedorov said at a briefing following the signing that Germany is currently Ukraine’s largest donor in the security sector, providing around one-third of all international military assistance.

He highlighted Berlin’s role in strengthening Ukraine’s air defence capabilities, including the supply of missiles for Patriot systems.

Fedorov noted that Ukraine and Germany have already concluded a major contract financed by the German government, with missile deliveries expected to begin next year.

He also said that cooperation continues under the Ramstein framework, including the provision of IRIS-T air defence systems, ammunition, interceptor drones, as well as funding for strike drones and artillery programs.

According to Fedorov, Germany has additionally begun financing projects related to long-range strike capabilities, which Ukrainian officials refer to as “long-range sanctions,” and is also supporting the development of assault drone units.

He added that, with the support of international partners, Ukraine is maintaining the initiative on the battlefield and aims to achieve what he described as a “just peace.”

By Vafa Guliyeva