Ukraine News Updates – March 13, 2025
Netherlands to Invest €700M in Drone Production, Including in Ukraine
Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof discussed a €700 million investment in drone production, partially benefiting Ukraine's defense industry, during talks with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The Netherlands reaffirmed its commitment to political, military, and financial support for Ukraine in its fight against Russian aggression. Read More
Ukraine Opens Military Tech to Boost Arms Production
The Ukrainian government has approved a new regulation allowing the transfer of state-owned military technology to various companies to increase arms production. If state enterprises cannot meet defense demands, the Ministry of Defense can now share blueprints and technical documentation with private manufacturers. This move aims to accelerate weapon supply while safeguarding state secrets and intellectual property rights. Read More
Ukraine Passes EU Screening on Free Movement of Goods
Ukraine has successfully completed an EU screening on aligning its legislation with European standards in the "Free Movement of Goods" chapter. The Brussels meeting (March 3-6) assessed 44 presentations covering 59 EU regulations governing industrial products. This progress paves the way for eliminating trade barriers and integrating Ukraine into the EU’s single market, enhancing both domestic and export product quality. Read More
UK to Supply Ukraine with Advanced Attack Drones
The UK government has signed a £30 million deal with Anduril UK to supply Altius 600m and 700m loitering munitions to Ukraine, enhancing its Black Sea defenses. The contract is funded by the International Fund for Ukraine, which now holds £1.3 billion in pledges. Read More
Ukraine and Finland Discuss Collaboration on Innovative Weapons
Ukraine and Finland explored joint production of advanced weaponry, focusing on air defense systems and robotic technologies. During talks with Finnish Defense Minister Antti Häkkänen, Ukraine’s Deputy Defense Minister Ivan Havryliuk stressed the urgent need for modern air defense against increasing Russian missile threats. Read More
USAID Ends $75M Energy Support Grant for Ukraine
USAID has terminated its $75 million grant to Ukraine’s Energy Support Fund, reducing available funds for critical energy infrastructure. The decision follows a broader closure of 83% of USAID programs after a six-week audit by the U.S. State Department. Since 2022, USAID has provided $2.6 billion in humanitarian aid and $5 billion for development in Ukraine. Read More