Ukrainian war veterans will train German soldiers in drone operation and defense against enemy attacks.
The agreement was signed by German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius during a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, according to the magazine. The mirrorThis was reported.
Discussions between the German Bundeswehr and Ukrainian authorities have been ongoing since 2025 and are focused on utilizing the experience accumulated in the fight against Russian forces. This initiative aims to strengthen the German military’s operational capabilities, especially in a modern warfare environment.
Highlights of the cooperation include the tactical use of drones, protection against enemy attacks, and the application of simple digital systems for operational planning and command. German officers emphasized that Ukraine currently has the richest combat experience within NATO.
Unlike Germany’s system, which was developed in peacetime and is considered complex, Ukraine’s solution has been directly tested on the front lines and is continuously being improved. Ukrainian veterans are expected to arrive in Germany soon and participate primarily in infantry unit training.
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