Archive · 7 Sep 2025
Zelensky: 60% of Ukraine's Frontline Weapons Domestic
Ukraine is making more of its own weapons.
President Zelensky said almost 60% of the weapons used by Ukrainian soldiers are now made in Ukraine.
Ukraine has expanded its domestic defense industry significantly in response to the war.
The country is working to produce air defense systems and drones.
Ukraine allocated significant funds in its 2025 budget for defense manufacturing.
The goal is to become more self-sufficient in providing its own defense, including getting more support through the NATO’s PURL mechanism.
Zelensky said nearly 60% of weapons used by Ukrainian forces are domestically produced.
Ukraine has significantly expanded its domestic defense industry.
The country is focusing on air defense systems and drone production.
Ukraine allocated a large budget for defense manufacturing in 2025.
Ukraine is working to secure new contributions from partners to the PURL program.
- Who
- President Volodymyr Zelensky
- What
- Announced nearly 60% of Ukrainian military weapons are domestically produced.
- When
- Late Saturday evening
- Where
- Ukraine
- Why
- To ensure Ukraine’s defense and reduce dependence on foreign deliveries.
- Key Figure
- Volodymyr Zelensky
- Weapon Production
- Nearly 60% Ukrainian-made
- Focus Areas
- Air defense systems and drone production
- 2025 Budget Allocation
- Hr 55 billion ($1.3 billion) for defense manufacturing
- Previous Production Level
- Over 40% of weapons produced domestically as of April 16
