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Ukraine war briefing: German defence giant sparks row after comparing Ukraine drone makers to ‘housewives’
- German defense company Rheinmetall's CEO compared Ukrainian drone makers to 'housewives' using 3D printers, sparking outrage in Kyiv and online with the hashtag #MadeByHousewives.
- The remarks caused outrage in Kyiv, where drones are vital to Ukraine's defense, leading to the viral hashtag #MadeByHousewives celebrating Ukrainian drone production.
- Rheinmetall later issued a statement expressing respect for Ukraine's defense efforts and acknowledged the effective use of limited resources in their war against Russia.
- Ukraine is expanding defense cooperation with Gulf countries, exporting drone technology and expertise, and deploying specialists to counter missile and drone threats amid ongoing conflicts.
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Rheinmetall tries to calm the controversy after the words of his CEO comparing Ukrainian drone factories to "housewives". The German company affirms its respect for the engagement of Ukrainian women and men in the defence of the country.
Armin Papperger, the boss of the powerful German military equipment company Rheinmetal, sparked a controversy by comparing the leading Ukrainian drone manufacturers with "housewives".
Housewives would produce drones in their kitchens with 3D printers, says Rheinmetall head Papperger. The statement is not new – an English-language report triggers an indignation wave.
Ukraine war briefing: German defence giant sparks row after comparing Ukraine drone makers to ‘housewives’
Rheinmetall CEO’s dismissive comments draw pointed reaction from Ukrainian prime minister and adviser to Volodymyr Zelenskyy. What we know on day 1,496 German defence giant Rheinmetall has sought to ease a row caused by its CEO when he likened Ukrainian factories producing drones to “housewives”…
Rheinmetall backtracks, praises Kyiv's innovation after CEO derides Ukrainian 'Lego' drones
German defense company Rheinmetall issued a statement on March 29 expressing respect for Ukraine’s defense efforts after facing backlash over comments that appeared to downplay Ukrainian innovation in warfare.
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