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New York Times
21-07-2025
- Business
- New York Times
Ukraine Ups Its Arms Production, Asking Allies to Pay for It
The clang of hammers and the whine of drills echo through a factory in central Ukraine, as workers assemble hulking armored personnel carriers that troops will soon ride into combat — a cacophony that captures this moment in the war with Russia. Ukraine has been ramping up domestic arms production significantly, unable to rely as heavily as it once did on an increasingly uncertain supply of weapons from its allies. Last year, Ukrainian Armor, a private company that runs the armored vehicle factory, produced double the number of vehicles it did the year before, according to Vladislav Belbas, the chief executive. 'But that's not enough,' Mr. Belbas said during a recent visit to the factory, which also includes an assembly line for mortars. 'We need to produce more.' His view reflects a growing sense of reckoning in Ukraine after three and a half years of war. President Trump's inconsistent support for Ukraine has called into question the continued backing of the United States, Kyiv's biggest arms supplier. The Trump administration recently paused some arms transfers but then reversed course, agreeing to sell weapons to European allies, which will then give them to Ukraine. But even with greater certainty about the flow of Western weapons, it still does not match what Ukraine needs to fend off the Russian invasion. Want all of The Times? Subscribe.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Ukrainian-made Varta 2 combat vehicle ready for mass production following tests
The Varta 2 specialised armoured vehicle has passed all required tests, completed the certification process and is approved for supply to the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Source: Ukrainian Armor, Ukraine's largest private arms manufacturer Details: The company's Chief Executive, Vladyslav Belbas, stated that Ukrainian Armor is ready to launch mass production of the Varta 2. He highlighted the significant demand for vehicles of this class on the front line. "Since the prototype's unveiling, we have received numerous requests from the military regarding the Varta 2, indicating a strong need for armoured vehicles of this class at the front. In addition to speed and mobility, essential in modern warfare, the Varta 2 offers a high level of protection. Its payload capacity allows integration of the Sich combat module, providing unprecedented firepower for its class, enabling infantry support and the destruction of enemy armoured vehicles," Belbas noted. He added that the company has certified various modifications of the Varta 2, including those equipped with a turret and the Sich combat module. Background Ukrainian Armor presented the Varta 2 armoured wheeled combat vehicle at the MSPO 2024 International Defence Industry Exhibition in Kielce (Poland). Developed in just six months, the vehicle features a modern fire suppression system and enhanced mine protection. Support Ukrainska Pravda on Patreon!
