UK-Ukraine Partnership to Deliver Thousands of Interceptor Missiles Monthly
2025-09-12
UK Defence Secretary John Healey announced "Project Octopus," a new partnership with Ukraine to deliver thousands of interceptor missiles monthly. Ukraine will share technology for a cost-effective interceptor drone proven highly effective against Russian-deployed Shahed drones. The UK will rapidly develop and mass-produce this drone, boosting Ukraine's defenses. This follows a £200 million investment by Ukrainian drone manufacturer UKRSPECSYSTEMS in two new UK facilities – the first major Ukrainian defense investment in the UK.
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