Ukraine-Russia News: Technology and Equipment Spotlight

Ukraine-Russia News: Technology and Equipment Spotlight Hide

Reporting on Russia's invasion of Ukraine (podcast)

In a new-look Shephard Defence Podcast, the news team discusses the rapidly-evolving situation in Ukraine and latest developments following Russia's unprovoked invasion.
Italy may donate 155mm howitzers to Ukraine

Ukraine could obtain more 155mm howitzers — this time from Italy — as Kyiv seeks to tip the artillery balance against Russia.

Germany mulls supplying IRIS-T to Ukraine

Will Germany decide to provide ten medium-range SAM systems to Ukraine?

Reina Isabel returns to port after partial failure to complete Ukraine delivery

The Spanish Navy support vessel Reina Isabel returned to its homeport on 13 May after a mission to deliver arms, ammunition and Ukraine — although Kyiv did not receive everything it expected.

Pitfalls remain with giving Ukraine modern fighter jets

It seems appealing to fast-track pilot training by conducting most flights on simulators and omitting certain procedures if the West were to give more modern aircraft for Ukraine’s air force, but it might prove challenging in practice.

Naval Warfare

Down, but not out (Comment)

The sinking in April of the Russian Navy’s Black Sea flagship, although not evidence of a major change in the naval domain, is a far cry from the pre-emptive scuttling of Ukraine’s own flagship. The donation of increasingly advanced materiel demonstrates increased faith in Ukraine’s ability to resist the Russian invaders.

Land Warfare

DoD reveals new assistance package for Ukraine

10th May 2022

The latest security assistance package from the DoD for Ukraine comprises 25,000 of 155mm artillery rounds, three AN/TPQ-36 counter-artillery radars, electronic jamming equipment, field equipment and spare parts.
Uncrewed Vehicles

Ukraine strikes with Switchblade

9th May 2022

Drone video footage released on 6 May showed an attack on a Russian machine gun position.
Naval Warfare

Ukrainian TB2 attacks on Russian vessels may mark a first in naval warfare

6th May 2022

Attacks by Ukrainian Baykar Bayraktar TB2 UAVs on Russian patrol boats in the Black Sea could mark the first successful neutralisation of naval vessels by an uncrewed system.
Defence Notes

Ukraine war exposes vulnerabilities in US defence supply chain

6th May 2022

The US supply of weapons and ammunition to Kyiv has highlighted labour and material shortages, a too-limited supplier base and the need for shorter delivery timelines.
Training

US to provide accelerated equipment training to Ukraine

5th May 2022

Training programmes set up by the US will prepare Ukrainian soldiers to become instructors on their return. Options for virtual training are also being explored.
Defence Notes

UK pledges Brimstone missiles, Malloy drones and EW systems to Ukraine

4th May 2022

The UK has expanded its support for Kyiv with the supply of Brimstone anti-ship missiles, Malloy heavy-lift drones and other systems.
Land Warfare

France steps up support for Ukraine with 155mm artillery

28th April 2022

A dozen Caesar 155mm artillery systems will be delivered to Ukraine after France reverses a previous focus on providing defensive weapons.
Land Warfare

Germany to send Gepard vehicles to Ukraine

28th April 2022

Gepard was among the main systems operated by the German Army's Anti-Aircraft Force until the unit was dissolved and the platform was retired in 2010.
Land Warfare

Australia sends M777 artillery pieces to Ukraine

27th April 2022

Australia has donated its most potent weapons yet, in the form of artillery pieces, to Ukraine.
Land Warfare

US approves sales of non-standard ammunition to Ukraine

25th April 2022

The estimated cost is $165 million and includes rockets and various rounds of non-standard and legacy Warsaw Pact ammunition for MBTs, artillery vehicles, mortar systems and grenade launchers.
Land Warfare

Canada delivers M777 howitzers and more to Ukraine

25th April 2022

Following the announcement of the Prime Minister of Canada, Justin Trudeau, last week, Canada has provided artillery and other military materiel to the Security Forces of Ukraine.
Air Warfare

AeroVironment independently donates Quantix Recon UAS to Ukraine

21st April 2022

AeroVironment has announced it will donate over 100 Quantix Recon UAS to Ukraine, independently of the US government.
Air Warfare

US and Ukrainian Air Force deny transfer of fighter aircraft

21st April 2022

The US has sent aircraft parts to Ukraine enlarging its operational fleet of fighter jets, while both the US and Ukraine deny any transfer of whole MiG-29s has occurred.
Land Warfare

Norway reveals Mistral shipment to Ukraine

20th April 2022

Ukrainian short-range air defence capabilities are bolstered by Mistral SAM missiles donated by Norway.
Naval Warfare

NATO navies play crucial background role in Ukrainian war (Opinion)

20th April 2022

Although NATO navies have not intervened directly against the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the alliance increased its readiness and strengthened its maritime posture.
Naval Warfare

Ukraine claims missile strike on Russian Black Sea fleet flagship Moskva

14th April 2022

Russia and Ukraine are claiming different narratives following the confirmation of damage to the Russian cruiser Moskva.
Defence Notes

US approves new $800 million arms transfer package to Ukraine

14th April 2022

Switchblade loitering munitions, Mi-17 helicopters and additional Javelin missiles are among a host of weapons and equipment to be provided by the US to Ukraine in a new military aid package.
Uncrewed Vehicles

Footage suggests first recorded use of Russian UGV in Ukraine

13th April 2022

The most proven and combat-ready uncrewed ground vehicle (UGV) in the Russian army's possession has reportedly appeared on a Ukraine battlefield.
Naval Warfare

UK to supply Ukraine with unspecified anti-ship missiles

12th April 2022

The commitment to provide Ukraine with anti-ship missile systems came following a surprise visit to Kyiv by UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Saturday, 9 April.
Defence Notes

Ukraine receives triple arms transfer boost

8th April 2022

Slovakia has transferred its S-300 air defence system to Ukraine, while Kyiv will also receive Polish T-72s and ex-British Army Mastiff armoured vehicles.