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OPCW 106th Executive Council: UK national statement

July 10 2024 | 13:17

We have seen further evidence of widespread use of Riot Control Agents by Russia across the front line in Ukraine. We are confident in the US determination that Russia has used chloropicrin, a scheduled chemical, against Ukraine. We, alongside 12 other States Parties, reiterated our request to the Executive Council under Article IX to assist in clarifying reports that Russia has repeatedly breached the Chemical Weapon Convention in Ukraine. We welcome last week’s OPCW technical assistance visit which delivered crucial detection and protective equipment to Kyiv – UK Permanent Representative to the OPCW, Joanna Roper.

Russia Modifies Shahed Drones to Challenge Ukrainian Air Defense

December 7 2023 | 2:20

Russia is reportedly enhancing its attack drones to pose a greater challenge to Ukrainian air defenses, as per British intelligence. Since mid-2023, Russia has been augmenting Iran’s Shahed one-way attack UAVs with domestically manufactured components.

French Heritage Arms: Verney-Carron to Supply Combat Rifles to Ukraine

December 5 2023 | 16:33

In a historic move backed by a $37 million military assistance package from France, Verney-Carron, a renowned French hunting rifle and shotgun manufacturer, is set to produce thousands of combat rifles for Ukraine’s frontline forces. The deal includes over 12,000 weapons.

Energy Independence, Synchronization with European Grid

November 29 2023 | 13:50

Ukrenergo announces Ukraine has achieved a milestone by successfully synchronizing its energy system with the European grid, meeting the technical standards set by the European Network of Transmission System Operators for Electricity (ENTSO-E).

German Boost: Ukrenergo Secures EUR 24.5 Million to Enhance Power Grid

November 27 2023 | 17:17

Ukraine’s National Power Company, Ukrenergo, is set to receive an additional EUR 24.5 million from the German government to enhance the country’s energy system. Ukrenergo CEO Volodymyr Kudrytskyi announced the allocation, with EUR 24 million in credit.

Kyiv Enters Global Stage as Newest Member of G20 Smart Cities Alliance

November 8 2023 | 16:55

Kyiv has joined the G20 Alliance of Smart Cities, as announced by the Kyiv City State Administration. The G20 Global Smart Cities Alliance comprises global leaders in digital transformation, and Kyiv’s inclusion enables access to the alliance’s wealth of experience, best practices, and tools.

Ukraine’s Innovative Strategy: The Rise of ‘FrankenSAM’ Systems

October 28 2023 | 23:59

As winter approaches and the threat of Russian strikes looms over Ukraine’s power grids, the country is adopting a unique approach to bolster its air defenses. In collaboration with the U.S., Ukraine is pursuing the FrankenSAM program—a hybrid system.

Ukraine Plans Procurement of 100 High-Voltage Transformers

October 3 2023 | 19:28

In anticipation of potential repeat attacks on its energy infrastructure by Russia, Ukraine is set to either manufacture or procure 100 new high-voltage transformers, as reported by The Economist on October 2 due to past strikes on Ukrainian factories.

Ukrainian Navy Prepares Operation to Clear Mines From the Black Sea

July 2 2023 | 23:59

Ukraine’s Navy has set up a headquarters to plan clearing mines from the Black Sea, many of them washed out by the Kakhovka dam breach, Navy commander Oleksiy Neizhpapa says, with minehunters training in the UK and hopes that NATO’s mine countermeasures group will join.

CNN: Caspian Sea Likely Main Route for Iranian Drones to Russia

May 26 2023 | 23:59

The Caspian Sea is likely a primary route for Iranian-made attack drones, ammunition and other support Tehran provides to Russia for its war against Ukraine, CNN reports, with ships switching off transponders between Iranian ports and Astrakhan, beyond Western reach.

US Will Not Block Allies From Sending F-16 Fighter Jets to Ukraine

May 19 2023 | 23:59

The Biden administration has told European allies it will not stop them from re-exporting F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine, CNN reports, as the White House faces growing pressure from Congress and partners to help Kyiv obtain the planes amid intensifying Russian air attacks.

Rheinmetall and Ukroboronprom Form Joint Venture for Tanks in Ukraine

May 14 2023 | 23:59

German arms maker Rheinmetall has agreed to set up a joint venture with Ukraine’s state-owned defence group Ukroboronprom to build and repair tanks in Ukraine, with the deal expected to close at the end of June and operations to begin in mid-July, subject to approval.