Military Aid to Ukraine: Europe Is Shifting Its Strategy

This was reported by a European official who wished to remain anonymous, according to European leaders, this approach could accelerate aid delivery, as Europe's own stockpiles have been depleted by previous shipments to Kyiv.

This strategy would also allow NATO countries to use Ukraine as a sort of testing ground for weapons development and trials — for example, drones, the official said.

According to the source quoted by The Washington Post, "it’s a win-win."

“For us, it’s cheaper. They need to manufacture. And the Ukrainians are teaching us a lot,” the publication quotes the unnamed European official.

The article also notes that artillery remains a key factor on the battlefield.

“In the early years of the war, when Russia significantly outgunned Ukraine, the United States and other countries rushed howitzers to the front lines to halt Russian advances,” WP writes.

However, now Ukrainian forces are using artillery more effectively, and Ukraine is capable of producing its own systems without relying heavily on foreign assistance. Compared to drones, howitzers are more effective at halting trench operations, stopping attacks, and neutralizing enemy forces.

As an example, the article highlights the production of the Bohdana wheeled self-propelled howitzer — the first Ukrainian howitzer built to NATO caliber standards. During the war, production of the Bohdana, in partnership with European allies, increased from six units per month in 2023 to more than 20 in 2025.

The European Commission is working to unlock hundreds of billions of euros to strengthen the continent's defense over the coming years through loans and relaxed budgetary rules, WP reports. Part of the plan includes a €150 billion loan program to speed up joint arms procurement and development, with a focus on systems produced in the EU, Norway, or Ukraine.

Source: The Washington Post.

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