The German defense concern Rheinmetall plans to strengthen military assistance to Ukraine by providing it with Skyranger drone defense systems. According to the company's CEO Armin Papperger, the supply of these systems will begin this year, reports 'Glavcom'.
The Skyranger system is a mobile anti-air platform that can be mounted on tanks, including Leopard, and is capable of protecting an area of 16 square kilometers. These systems can create drone-free zones and help in the current situation in Ukraine. The Bundeswehr has also shown interest in this technology.
Earlier, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held a meeting where technological issues were discussed. This was reported by 'Glavcom', citing the head of state’s social media.
Vladimir Putin’s Strategy in the War with Ukraine
President of Russia Vladimir Putin is betting on a long-term war, believing that Ukrainian forces will exhaust more quickly than the Russian economy will collapse. This is stated in an article by The Wall Street Journal, writes 'Glavcom'. The publication analyzes the current dynamics at the front and assesses Putin’s strategy as a war of attrition, in which he believes that he can outlast Ukraine — in both military and economic terms.
Putin believes that Ukraine will not withstand long-term pressure. He sees the Russian economy as sufficiently resilient to endure the war, even under sanctions.
The German concern Rheinmetall plans to enhance military assistance to Ukraine by providing it with Skyranger drone defense systems. This could be an important step in strengthening Ukraine’s defense capability amid the conflict in the east of the country. The company’s plans to supply these systems signify growing support from Western countries and reaffirm their readiness to assist Ukraine in defending its territorial integrity.