Ukraine News Updates - June 26, 2025
Whether it's updates on reconstruction efforts, trade and economic news, shifts in the legal and regulatory landscape, or insights into innovative tech companies, "This Week in Ukraine" keeps you informed on critical developments in Ukraine.Newsletter Highlights:
Newsletter Highlights:
UK to Provide Ukraine with Missiles Using Frozen Russian Assets
The UK will provide Ukraine with 350 advanced air defense missiles, funded by £70 million in interest from frozen Russian assets. This is the first time British military aid has been financed in this way. The missiles will be used in Raven air defense systems, with five additional launchers also being delivered.
Netherlands to Fund Production of 600,000 Ukrainian Drones
The Netherlands signed contracts worth €500 million to fund the production of 600,000 Ukrainian-made drones, with deliveries expected this year. The aid package also includes 100 drone detection radars and 20 medical evacuation vehicles as part of a broader €675 million support initiative for Ukraine.
Ukraine Signed Demining Agreement with Italy and UNDP
Ukraine has signed a €1.5 million agreement with Italy and the UNDP to support humanitarian demining efforts. The funds will expand land clearance, improve information management, and support training for affected groups. About 138,500 km² of Ukrainian territory remains potentially contaminated with explosive hazards.
Ukrainian DONS Wins at NATO Drone Hackathon
Ukrainian defense-tech company DONS placed third at the NATO Innovation Challenge 2025-II in Tallinn, focused on countering fiber-optic-controlled FPV drones. The event featured 11 teams from eight countries. DONS and other winners will further develop their solutions in cooperation with NATO-affiliated institutions.
Ukraine Updates Public-Private Partnership Law
Ukraine adopted a new law simplifying public-private partnerships (PPP) to attract investment for reconstruction. The law introduces hybrid financing (state, donor, private), faster project approval, expanded eligible sectors, and enhanced investor protections.
Ukraine Raises ₴7 Billion from Bond Auction
Ukraine’s Finance Ministry raised 7.01 billion hryvnias at a domestic government bond auction, offering war bonds with yields ranging from 16.35% to 17.8%. Since the start of 2025, government bond sales have attracted nearly 203 billion hryvnias to the state budget.