Ukraine Ramps Up Domestic Missile and Drone Production

Facing limited Western supplies, Ukraine turns to its own advanced weaponry to counter Russian aggression.

President Volodymyr Zelensky announced the mass production of the Paljanytsja jet-powered drone and successful tests of new long-range missiles like Ruta and Peklo, which boasts a 700-kilometer range.
Ukraine's reliance on domestic missile production stems from constraints on Western-supplied long-range weapons, which are delivered in limited numbers and often come with usage restrictions.
The U.S. has released a $20 billion loan to Ukraine as part of a broader $50 billion G7 aid package, with funding indirectly secured through frozen Russian assets.
Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk anticipates potential peace negotiations this winter, as international diplomatic efforts intensify ahead of Poland's upcoming EU Council presidency.
Amid ongoing conflict, Russian attacks on Ukrainian cities like Saporischschja continue, causing civilian casualties, while Ukraine faces challenges replenishing and equipping its military forces.