Germany
Germany has pledged an additional $3.4 billion in military aid for Ukraine in 2026, bringing its total defense-support budget to about $13.3 billion, underlining Berlin’s escalating role in Kyiv’s fight against Russia.
Germany
Germany has approved funding of nearly €1 billion to acquire 20 additional Airbus H145M military helicopters, expanding its fleet under a broader modernization plan amid growing security threats from Russia.
United States
The U.S. Army will buy at least one million drones in the next 2–3 years, reframing unmanned systems as expendable battlefield effects. The move aims to rebuild a domestic drone industrial base and to match lessons learned from Ukraine’s drone-intensive conflict.
EU
The EU Council and European Parliament have reached a landmark agreement to accelerate and coordinate investments in Europe’s defense sector under the “ReArm Europe” plan — with Ukraine officially joining the European Defence Fund.
Serbia
Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić says his country’s ammunition output surpasses France’s and has offered to supply the EU amid rising demand driven by the war in Ukraine.
Croatia
Croatia and Ukraine have signed a Letter of Intent to jointly develop and produce weapons, marking a new stage in bilateral defense cooperation. Minister Ivan Anušić said Croatia “understands Ukraine’s struggle” and supports its fight as one for all of Europe.
Slovakia
Slovak company DefTech has confirmed its Wolf 25 AD air-defense system was successfully tested and deployed in Ukraine, offering dual counter-drone and ground-attack capabilities through its 25 mm Oerlikon cannon and AESA radar tracking suite.
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Bosnia’s Federal Police have launched a manhunt for Matias Zubak, owner of the WDG company and buyer of the Vitezit arms factory, over alleged illegalities in its acquisition. Ukrainian prosecutors have also issued a warrant for Zubak in connection with a $37.6 million deal.
Czech Republic
Czechia will gift Ukraine a modern Earth observation satellite — the first country to do so — underscoring its commitment to Ukraine’s resilience and Europe’s security.
EU
The EU has mobilized €800 million to help Ukraine withstand winter energy challenges, enhance cyber defense, and support justice initiatives, including funding for a special tribunal and victims of war crimes.
Czech Republic
Andrej Babiš says his party would halt Czech state funding for arms to Ukraine while allowing domestic manufacturers to continue exports — a softer tone from earlier pledges to cancel Prague’s ammunition initiative.
Italy
Italy may invoke the EU’s new defense flexibility clause to unlock €12 billion in spending, part of its effort to reach NATO’s 5% target without breaching deficit rules.