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Zelensky: Drones Retake Territory, Major Deal with Germany

4/15/2026

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced unmanned machines retook occupied territory without infantry losses.
He said drones have conducted over 22,000 missions in three months.
Zelensky announced plans for a major drone production deal with Germany.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz noted the Ukraine defense industry’s innovation and that Germany has provided 55 billion euros in military aid since 2022.

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced unmanned machines retook occupied territory without infantry losses.
He said drones have conducted over 22,000 missions in three months.
Zelensky announced plans for a major drone production deal with Germany.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz noted the Ukraine defense industry’s innovation and that Germany has provided 55 billion euros in military aid since 2022.