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europe1 month ago•2 min saved

Estonia’s defence minister resigns after €70m EU-funded shell deal for Ukraine

Estonia’s defence minister Hanno Pevkur announced his resignation after it emerged that €70 million from the EU’s European Peace Facility funded artillery shell purchases for Ukraine from companies with no prior shell-making track record; the deals are being challenged in Strasbourg, and authorities are weighing recovery of the funds. Pevkur acknowledged political responsibility but noted that defence ministers do not handle contract details, while auditors criticized defense spending and procurement agencies. Brussels said safeguards and recovery processes exist as Estonia faces potential repayment obligations.

via Euronews.com|

#defence-ministry #estonia #europe

world2 months ago•4 min saved

Pressure mounts on Ukraine’s top commander as Zelenskyy weighs reshuffle

Ukraine’s president Zelenskyy is weighing a leadership reshuffle after days of protests demanding the reinstatement of fired defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov, putting army commander Oleksandr Syrskyi under pressure despite denials; meetings with potential replacements are underway as protesters threaten further action.

via The Guardian|

#defence-ministry #fedorov #syrskyi

world2 months ago•6 min saved

Ukraine’s reformist defence minister fired, sparking protests and a political showdown

President Zelenskyy’s removal of reformist Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov after seven months triggers protests and reveals a political rift with Ukraine’s top military brass, as Fedorov’s tech-driven reforms and anti-corruption drive clashed with Commander-in-chief Syrskii; analysts warn Zelenskyy’s popularity is sinking and the move risks a broader leadership stalemate despite Fedorov’s supporters praising modernization.

via Al Jazeera|

#defence-ministry #fedorov #protests

world2 months ago•2 min saved

Ukraine overhauls wartime cabinet amid defence minister dismissal row

Ukraine's parliament appoints Sergii Koretskyi as prime minister in a wartime reshuffle as Zelenskyy also installs Yevhenii Khmara of the SBU as acting defence minister amid protests over the dismissal of Mykhailo Fedorov. The changes aim to bolster energy resilience ahead of winter and accelerate EU integration, with several foreign ministry appointments to be decided in coming sessions.

via Euronews.com|

#cabinet-reshuffle #defence-ministry #naftogaz

world5 months ago•27 min saved

Kyiv shooting triggers resignation of Ukraine’s Patrol Police chief

Ukraine’s Patrol Police chief Yevhen Zhukov resigned after footage showed officers fleeing Kyiv during a shooting that killed six and left eight injured; the interior minister called the behavior disgraceful and said an investigation into the officers and their superiors had been opened.

via The Independent|

#defence-ministry #kyiv #russia

world-news2 years ago•4 min saved

Putin's Purge: Fourth Russian Defense Official Arrested in Corruption Crackdown

Russia has arrested two high-ranking officials, Lieutenant-General Vadim Shamarin and senior procurement official Vladimir Verteletsky, in a widening military corruption probe. The arrests, part of a broader anti-corruption drive, bring the total number of detained military and defence officials to five in a month. Shamarin is accused of taking bribes worth at least 36 million roubles, while Verteletsky faces charges of abuse of authority. The crackdown aims to eliminate corruption in defence spending amid ongoing military operations in Ukraine.

via Reuters|

#arrests #corruption #defence-ministry

corruption-international-politics2 years ago•1 min saved

"Ukraine's Multi-Million Dollar Defense Corruption Scandals Uncovered"

Ukraine's main intelligence and security agency uncovered a $40 million embezzlement scheme involving fraudulent arms procurement, implicating current and former senior officials of the defence ministry and heads of affiliated companies. The scheme involved the purchase of 100,000 mortar rounds for the Armed Forces, with the funds being transferred to a foreign commercial entity that never delivered the ammunition. The stolen funds have been seized, and one suspect has been detained, as Ukraine continues to grapple with corruption scandals within its defence ministry.

via Barron's|

#arms-procurement #corruption #corruption-international-politics

military-corruption2 years ago•1 min saved

"Ukraine Uncovers Mass Fraud in Weapons Procurement"

Ukraine's SBU security service has uncovered a corruption scheme in the country's military procurement of arms, totaling around $40 million, involving officials of the Defence Ministry and arms supplier Lviv Arsenal. The embezzlement, which included the purchase of 100,000 mortar shells, saw funds transferred abroad without any arms being provided. Five individuals have been served notices of suspicion, and one suspect has been detained while trying to cross the Ukrainian border. This revelation comes as Ukraine continues to battle endemic corruption while seeking EU membership.

via Yahoo News|

#corruption #defence-ministry #military-corruption

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

"Punjab's Tableau Rejection Sparks Political Showdown Ahead of Republic Day"

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has refused to display the state's tableau at the Bharat Parv event after it was not selected for the Republic Day parade, accusing the Centre of discrimination. The Defence Ministry invited Punjab to showcase its tableau at Bharat Parv, but Mann declined, stating that the state's martyrs cannot be showcased in a "rejected category." The Defence Ministry clarified that the selection process is thorough and unbiased, and Punjab's tableau did not align with this year's broader themes. The Punjab BJP chief's allegations that the tableau was rejected due to the inclusion of AAP leaders' photos were countered by the Defence Ministry's statement and AAP spokesperson Malvinder Singh Kang.

via NDTV|

#bhagwant-mann #defence-ministry #discrimination-allegations

conflict2 years ago•0 min saved

"Russian Forces Decimate Ukrainian Drone Fleet in Crimea, Confirms Defence Ministry"

Russian anti-aircraft units destroyed 26 Ukrainian drones over Crimea, according to the Russian Defence Ministry. The interceptions occurred in the evening, and there were no immediate reports of damage or casualties. Separately, Russian anti-aircraft units also downed at least 15 aerial targets near the town of Henichesk in the southern Kherson region. Crimea was seized by Russian troops from Ukraine in 2014.

via Reuters|

#conflict #crimea #defence-ministry

conflict2 years ago•0 min saved

Turkish airstrikes decimate 13 Kurdish militant targets in northern Iraq

Turkish military conducted air strikes in northern Iraq, targeting 13 Kurdish militant sites including caves, shelters, and storage facilities. The Defence Ministry stated that many militants were "neutralized" in the attack, which focused on the Hakurk, Gara, Qandil, and Metina regions.

via The Jerusalem Post|

#air-strikes #conflict #defence-ministry

international-relations2 years ago•1 min saved

"Bulgaria Continues to Support Ukraine with Additional Military Aid"

The Bulgarian parliament has approved additional military aid for Ukraine, including the use of Bulgarian air space for F-16 training and the authorization for Ukrainian military personnel to transit or stay in Bulgaria for training purposes. The aid will involve providing defective and surplus missiles for air defense. The resolution aims to support Ukraine's sovereignty and capacity-building efforts. The pro-Kremlin minority party and the Bulgarian Socialist Party were against the resolution.

via Ukrinform|

#bulgaria #defence-ministry #f-16-training

security3 years ago•0 min saved

"Israel Implements Evacuation Plan for Kiryat Shmona City Amidst Lebanese Border Tensions"

Israel's defence ministry has announced an evacuation plan for Kiryat Shmona, a town near the Lebanese border, due to security concerns. The town, with a population of over 20,000, is located just 2 km from the border fence.

via Reuters|

#defence-ministry #evacuation-plan #israel

politics3 years ago•2 min saved

"Putin's Meeting with Former Wagner Commander Signals New Plan for Ukraine War"

Russian President Vladimir Putin has met with Andrei Troshev, a former senior commander of the Wagner mercenary group, who now works for the Russian defence ministry. Putin asked Troshev to oversee volunteer fighter units in Ukraine, indicating Russia's continued involvement in the conflict. The meeting is seen as an attempt by Putin to assert his authority following Wagner's mutiny earlier this year. Troshev, known by his alias Sedoi, is a respected veteran of Russia's wars in Afghanistan and Chechnya and was awarded the Hero of Russia Award for his role in supporting government forces in Syria. The Kremlin denies any involvement in the plane crash that killed Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin and nine others in August.

via BBC|

#andrei-troshev #defence-ministry #politics

international-relations3 years ago•3 min saved

"Russia Thwarts Ukrainian Drone Attack on Moscow, Downs Three"

Russia's Defence Ministry claims to have brought down three Ukrainian drones attempting to attack Moscow. No casualties were reported, and only minor damage occurred to two office buildings in the Moskva-Citi business district. This incident follows a similar attempted attack last week, and Russia has warned of harsh retaliatory measures against Ukraine. Flights to and from Moscow's Vnukovo airport were briefly suspended. Additionally, Russia claims to have thwarted an overnight attack on Crimea by 25 Ukrainian drones.

via Reuters|

#defence-ministry #drone-attack #international-relations