GlobalNews411

Comprehensive reporting, aggregated for speed.

allentown

Rheinmetall seeks to calm row over CEO's 'housewives' comment

The German defence company moved on Sunday to defuse criticism after its CEO compared Ukrainian drone production to 'housewives' making weapons in their kitchens.

Published Mar 29, 2026, 4:07 PM EDT | WFMZZ

On Sunday, German defence giant Rheinmetall sought to smooth over a row caused by comments from its boss comparing Ukrainian factories producing drones to 'housewives' making weapons in their kitchens. The remark prompted criticism and the firm undertook damage-control measures.