# Ukraine's drone procurement jumps in 2026, defense ministry says

https://mins.news/en/item/95328

- The Kyiv Independent, 2026-10-11 14:14 UTC
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- Original: https://kyivindependent.com/ukraines-drone-production-jumps-370-in-2026-says-defense-ministry/

> Ukraine's Defense Ministry says its procurement agency has contracted for 5.5 times as many drones as during the same period in 2025, while deliveries have risen nearly 3.7-fold. Defense Minister Yevhen Khmara said technology and adequate supplies boost combat effectiveness and reduce risks to soldiers.

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