Summary
Air defense missiles drones anchor Ukraine’s message after the 31st Ramstein meeting in Brussels. Denys Shmyhal laid out concrete needs and firm timelines. The plan links resources to delivery and results as winter approaches.

Key priorities at Ramstein
Shmyhal focused on four lines of effort: air defense, missiles, drones, and long-range strike. Together, they protect cities and pressure Russian logistics. They also keep Ukraine’s initiative alive.

PURL: deliver in 2025
The PURL initiative underpins predictable supply. Shmyhal asked partners to execute the 2025 action plan in full. He set the budget range at $12–$20 billion. Timely funding, he said, keeps shipments on schedule. Moreover, steady coordination reduces costly gaps.

Scale drones and missiles
Ukraine seeks over $4 billion for domestic production. With support, industry can produce up to 20 million drones in 2026. That includes FPV and ISR platforms for the front line. Additionally, new missiles raise strike tempo and complicate Russian planning.

Extend strike range
Deep-strike drones and missiles already hit fuel and depots. Consequently, Russia faces a gasoline deficit near 20%, according to Ukrainian estimates. More range widens the target set. It also forces the enemy to spread defenses thinner.

Shield the skies this winter
Ukraine needs interceptors, additional air defense systems, and guided munitions. Shmyhal highlighted NASAMS and IRIS-T batteries. He also pointed to aviation-launched missiles for F-16 aircraft. Furthermore, long-range artillery shells remain essential to suppress strikes at depth.

Financing Ukraine’s defense
Shmyhal asked partners to help cover $60 billion, or half of planned outlays. One route is an EU commitment of at least 0.25% of GDP to military aid. Another is a loan backed by frozen Russian assets. Therefore, political will can translate into sustained capacity.

Why this package matters
The program protects the grid and civilian life. It also raises costs for the aggressor every week. In short, strong air defense plus long-range strike reshapes the battlefield. Finally, reliable funding locks in production cycles and speeds delivery.

Bottom line
With winter near, Ukraine needs speed and scale. Substantial PURL funding, expanded drone and missile output, and fresh interceptor stocks can shift momentum. Partners have clear options. The sooner they decide, the stronger Ukraine’s position becomes.