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Ukrainian drones “Made in Germany”: How German start-ups are tapping battlefield know-how

German start-ups are partnering with Ukrainian defense companies to harness battlefield-tested expertise. The joint ventures and research activities in the war-torn country aim to accelerate drone development and adapt systems for the NATO market.

14. February 2026
German minister of defense Boris Pistorius (left) and Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy with a Linza 3.0 drone. (picture alliance/dpa/Sven Hoppe)

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Last updated: 14. February 2026