The Lithuanian Ministry of Defense announced the delivery of almost 5,000 combat drones in Ukraine, marking an important step in the defense collaboration between both countries.
The Lithuanian Ministry of Defense has reported that the first combat drones made in Lithuania, intended for its army as well as the Ukrainian troops, have arrived at military storage facilities.
Since the beginning of Russia’s war in 2022, the Baltic state of Lithuania has become one of Ukraine’s strongest allies. Lithuania is third in terms of aid sent to Ukraine, as a proportion of GDP. Only Denmark and Estonia are higher. Lithuania, a NATO country bordering Russia is one of several countries that are preparing for a possible Russian invasion.
Defense Resources Agency, under the Ministry of National Defense purchased combat drones valued at EUR8 million from five Lithuanian producers: Dangolakis RSI Europe Ltmiltech Granta Autonomy Unmanned Defense Systems. Over 2,300 drones worth EUR3 million will be delivered to the Lithuanian Army, while nearly 5,500 drones worth EUR5 million will be sent the Armed Forces of Ukraine. These deliveries will take place by the end the year.
All the necessary accessories, such as launchers, are included in the purchase of combat drones made by Lithuanian companies. Each of the five manufacturers developed a unique solution to reduce electronic warfare measures.
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