UK Develops 3 Long-Range Weapons for Ukraine Without US Components
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Updated · Bloomberg · Jun 20
UK Develops 3 Long-Range Weapons for Ukraine Without US Components
3 articles · Updated · Bloomberg · Jun 20
Summary
Three British-designed weapon systems from MBDA, MGI Engineering and Rotron Aerospace are set for testing in the UK and Ukraine over the coming months.
UK defense officials said the low-cost, long-range systems are being built to avoid reliance on US components and data while supplying Ukraine.
Within 1 year is the target timeline for getting the weapons to Ukraine’s front line if the trials succeed.
As the UK builds weapons without US parts, is Europe charting a new course for its military independence?
How will swarms of low-cost, 1,000km+ drones alter the strategic balance and economics of modern warfare?
With new drones reaching 2,000km, are there any safe havens left for Russia's military assets in Europe?
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Overview
The United Kingdom is making a major shift in its defense policy as the geopolitical landscape changes and US military support for Ukraine declines after Donald Trump becomes president. In response, the UK is focusing on developing and supplying new long-range weapons to Ukraine that do not rely on US components. This move is part of a broader European effort to take more responsibility for security on the continent. The UK remains committed to supporting Ukraine by providing essential equipment, aiming to help sustain Ukraine’s defense and secure future peace.