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UK and Ukraine Launch 'Octopus' Drone Production for Defense

10/11/2025

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The United Kingdom and Ukraine are negotiating a joint project to produce interceptor drones named 'Octopus'.
The project could yield about 2,000 units per month, with production initially in the United Kingdom.
Luke Pollard, UK Defense Readiness and Industry Minister, says all drones will be shipped to Ukraine for defense.
Russia launched over 6,900 Shahed-type drones in September, underscoring the need for Ukrainian air defenses amid ongoing threats to infrastructure.

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The United Kingdom and Ukraine are negotiating a joint project to produce interceptor drones named 'Octopus'.
The project could yield about 2,000 units per month, with production initially in the United Kingdom.
Luke Pollard, UK Defense Readiness and Industry Minister, says all drones will be shipped to Ukraine for defense.
Russia launched over 6,900 Shahed-type drones in September, underscoring the need for Ukrainian air defenses amid ongoing threats to infrastructure.