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Tuesday, May 28

Ukraine’s allies are working on another option for financing aid – a “reparation loan.”

Ukraine’s allies are working on another option for financing aid – a “reparation loan.” In addition to confiscating Russian assets or lending money to Kyiv using these assets, there is a third option – a so-called reparation loan. Under this approach, Ukraine could borrow money fro...

Ukraine and the EU will start accession negotiations despite Hungary’s opposition.

Ukraine and the EU will start accession negotiations despite Hungary’s opposition. Ukraine is making every effort to ensure that the intergovernmental conference on negotiations on our country’s accession to the EU takes place in June, said Deputy Prime Minister for European I...

Sweden will allow Ukraine to strike Russian territory with the weapons it provides.

Sweden will allow Ukraine to strike Russian territory with the weapons it provides. “According to international law, Ukraine has the right to defend itself through military actions directed against the invader’s territory if these actions comply with the laws and customs of war...

Zelenskyy signs a €1B military aid deal in Spain, a €1.1M arms package, and a security agreement.

Zelenskyy signs a €1B military aid deal in Spain, a €1.1M arms package, and a security agreement. During a meeting between President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and the Prime Minister of Spain, Pedro Sanchez, an agreement was concluded that will supply military equipment, ranging from Patriot missiles to ...

Monday, May 27

NATO is insisting on Ukraine being allowed to strike inside Russia with Western weapons.

NATO is insisting on Ukraine being allowed to strike inside Russia with Western weapons. NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg believes that the time has come for certain allies to review their restrictions on the use of weapons they have provided to Ukraine against targets in Russian t...

Germany sends Leopard tanks and an IRIS-T air defense system to Ukraine, and the US officially announces the next military aid package.

Germany sends Leopard tanks and an IRIS-T air defense system to Ukraine, and the US officially announces the next military aid package. Germany handed over a new batch of military aid to Ukraine, which includes artillery shells, Leopard 1 AP tanks, machine guns, drones, rifles, and ammunition. Ukraine received: 10 Leopard 1 A5 tanks, ...

Ukraine agrees on the next steps with the IMF mission and expects three more tranches totaling $4.5B this year.

Ukraine agrees on the next steps with the IMF mission and expects three more tranches totaling $4.5B this year. The Ukrainian government has synchronized with the mission of the IMF in further joint steps to restore economic growth and carry out reforms. The key areas are the restoration and decentralization of...

The G7 supports the plan to use Russian assets for Ukraine’s future security, and the World Bank is ready to manage the loan.

The G7 supports the plan to use Russian assets for Ukraine’s future security, and the World Bank is ready to manage the loan. The G7 finance ministers at a meeting in Italy supported the US’ idea to provide Ukraine with a loan secured by profits from frozen Russian assets. The $50B loan will be repaid through the profits fro...

The NBU explains what the confiscation of Russian assets depends on and how much can be obtained from their profits in 10 years.

The NBU explains what the confiscation of Russian assets depends on and how much can be obtained from their profits in 10 years. The European Central Bank (ECB) cannot confiscate frozen Russian assets, said NBU head Andriy Pyshnyi. As he explained, confiscation requires a consolidated decision and a legal basis. “It is ab...

Ukraine announces its expectations for international financial assistance for this year.

Ukraine announces its expectations for international financial assistance for this year. Since the beginning of the full-scale war, Ukraine has attracted more than $85B in external financing, Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal said. “Over ₴1T was attracted to the budget thanks to military...

Friday, May 24

The US is readying a $275M defense package, and the Netherlands and its partners will purchase weapons worth €175M.

The US is readying a $275M defense package, and the Netherlands and its partners will purchase weapons worth €175M. The US is preparing another $275M military aid package for Ukraine, which will probably be announced on May 24. It is noted that this will be the fourth tranche of military aid to Ukraine since Congre...

France supports the US proposal for a $50B loan to Ukraine, and Germany is ready to transfer profits to Ukraine.

France supports the US proposal for a $50B loan to Ukraine, and Germany is ready to transfer profits to Ukraine. The French government has given its support to the US government’s proposal to use frozen Russian assets, which increases the chances of reaching a preliminary agreement at the meeting of G7 finance m...

The G7 agrees on the details of providing Ukraine with a $50B loan secured by Russian assets.

The G7 agrees on the details of providing Ukraine with a $50B loan secured by Russian assets. The G7 countries agree with the US’ plan to use frozen Russian assets. The move would provide Ukraine with up to $50B in financing and help protect it from political shifts on both sides of the Atlant...

Ukraine is waiting for positive news from the US regarding attacks inside Russia.

Ukraine is waiting for positive news from the US regarding attacks inside Russia. The Chairman of the Ukrainian Parliament, Ruslan Stefanchuk, believes that American authorities will permit Ukraine to use US weapons in strikes on targets in Russian territory. “The other day, ...

Thursday, May 23

Sweden will provide Ukraine with $7B in military support over three years.

Sweden will provide Ukraine with $7B in military support over three years. The government of Sweden has reached an agreement with the pro-government party, Sweden Democrats on a program that will provide a total of SEK 75B ($7.01B) in additional military support to Ukraine o...

Problems in Ukraine and uncertainty about future financial support from the US are pushing allies to squeeze the maximum out of Russian assets.

Problems in Ukraine and uncertainty about future financial support from the US are pushing allies to squeeze the maximum out of Russian assets. The EU has taken a small step towards fulfilling its pledge to “make Russia pay” for the war in Ukraine, agreeing to use the proceeds from frozen Russian assets to provide Kyiv with about ...

Wednesday, May 22

Germany believes in Ukraine’s victory and has already collected almost €1B to strengthen its air defense.

Germany believes in Ukraine’s victory and has already collected almost €1B to strengthen its air defense. During a visit to Kyiv on May 21, German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock said: “Our support is based on a deep belief that Ukraine will win this war. Germany, along with many other countries ...

Germany will support the US plan to provide Ukraine with $50B in aid secured by revenue from frozen Russian assets.

Germany will support the US plan to provide Ukraine with $50B in aid secured by revenue from frozen Russian assets. Germany’s agreement could be a crucial step that moves Washington and its allies closer to receiving a major new aid package for Kyiv and secures US support regardless of the outcome of November...

The EU is determined to start accession negotiations with Ukraine at the end of June.

The EU is determined to start accession negotiations with Ukraine at the end of June. EU Officials in Brussels are planning to begin negotiations on Ukraine’s accession to the European Union in June. Even though EU leaders expressed their desire for Ukraine and Moldova to join th...

Experts outline the EU’s fears: Ukraine can potentially turn the agricultural market in European countries upside down.

Experts outline the EU’s fears: Ukraine can potentially turn the agricultural market in European countries upside down. Agricultural expert and a founder of Zeminvest Oleksandr Chornyi emphasized that Ukraine has extraordinary agrarian assets that places it among global leaders. “Ukraine ranks sixth in the world ...

Allies at Ramstein pledged to provide Ukraine with additional Leopard tanks, IFVs, Patriot missiles, and ammunition.

Allies at Ramstein pledged to provide Ukraine with additional Leopard tanks, IFVs, Patriot missiles, and ammunition. Spanish Defense Minister Margarita Robles said during a meeting of the Contact Group on Aid to Ukraine that Madrid will hand over another batch of Leopard tanks to Kyiv in June. She also promised to s...

The EU approves the transfer of revenues from frozen Russian assets to Ukraine, 90% of which will go to the military.

The EU approves the transfer of revenues from frozen Russian assets to Ukraine, 90% of which will go to the military. On May 21, the Council of the EU agreed on a conservative plan for the use of Russian assets for the benefit of Ukraine. It will allow Ukraine to receive €3B this year, the Minister of Foreign Affairs...

The US Treasury requires European banks to strengthen monitoring of compliance with sanctions against the Russian Federation.

The US Treasury requires European banks to strengthen monitoring of compliance with sanctions against the Russian Federation. Heads of European banks should intensify their efforts to implement measures that are designed to stop Russia’s attempts to circumvent sanctions, US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said. She not...

Tuesday, May 21

During the Ramstein meeting, Lloyd Austin announced the crucial months for Ukraine and announced more aid.

During the Ramstein meeting, Lloyd Austin announced the crucial months for Ukraine and announced more aid. The coming months and weeks will be decisive in determining the course of Russia’s war against Ukraine, according to the head of the US Pentagon, Lloyd Austin. At the opening of the 22nd Ukraine...

Kyiv is hoping to receive Patriot air defense systems and permission to strike targets in Russia using US weapons.

Kyiv is hoping to receive Patriot air defense systems and permission to strike targets in Russia using US weapons. Ukraine’s ambassador to the US, Oksana Markarova, hopes for “bold decisions” from the US in anticipation of receiving the much-needed Patriot air defense system to protect Ukraine fr...

The G7 will grant Ukraine a €30B loan secured by Russian assets.

The G7 will grant Ukraine a €30B loan secured by Russian assets. This week, the finance ministers of the G7 countries will discuss the legality of using €270B in frozen assets belonging to the Russian Federation as collateral to provide Ukraine with a €30B loan. Wa...

Monday, May 20

The US has not changed its position on Ukraine using American weapons to strike Russian territory, but support among senators to remove this restriction is growing.

The US has not changed its position on Ukraine using American weapons to strike Russian territory, but support among senators to remove this restriction is growing. The Pentagon said that it has not changed its position regarding Ukraine’s use of US-supplied weapons against targets in Russian territory. US Department of Defense Deputy Pentagon Press Secreta...

The restrictions on the use of Western weapons prevents Ukraine from defending the Kharkiv region.

The restrictions on the use of Western weapons prevents Ukraine from defending the Kharkiv region. Bans on targets in Russia from the US and other Western countries on the use of the weapons they have supplied Ukraine significantly undermines Kyiv’s ability to defend itself against the curren...

The G7 will support the EU’s use of profits from frozen Russian assets but still refuses their confiscation.

The G7 will support the EU’s use of profits from frozen Russian assets but still refuses their confiscation. G7 finance ministers will back an EU plan next week to use proceeds from frozen Russian assets to help Ukraine’s military efforts. The US proposed the outright confiscation of Russian assets, bu...

The EU plans to begin negotiations on Ukraine’s accession in June and is counting on effective anti-corruption efforts.

The EU plans to begin negotiations on Ukraine’s accession in June and is counting on effective anti-corruption efforts. The head of the EU Consultative Mission in Ukraine, Rolf M. Hay Pereira Holmboe, said that negotiations on Ukraine’s accession to the EU can begin in June. He emphasized that the most difficult ...

Britain will provide Ukraine with 100 missiles for air defense during May, and Germany will increase its military aid funding by €3.8B.

Britain will provide Ukraine with 100 missiles for air defense during May, and Germany will increase its military aid funding by €3.8B. British Defense Minister Grant Shapps said that Ukraine will receive 100 missiles from Britain for air defense in May. “Warm words are not enough. Every state that values its freedom should in...

MEP: Ukraine needs another €200B in financial aid from the EU to cover all necessary expenditures.

MEP: Ukraine needs another €200B in financial aid from the EU to cover all necessary expenditures. The EU should find an additional €200B to help Ukraine, as the €50B Ukraine Facility program does not solve all financing problems, said Viola von Cramon-Taubadel, a European Parliament member, during...

Friday, May 17

Denmark provides Ukraine with €750M in military aid for air defense, artillery, investments in military defense, and the transfer of F16s.

Denmark provides Ukraine with €750M in military aid for air defense, artillery, investments in military defense, and the transfer of F16s. The Danish government provided Ukraine with a DKK 5.6B (€750M) military aid package, with half of this amount used to strengthen Ukrainian air defense. This support from Denmark also includes maintena...

The Czech Republic is working on a pilot project for the voluntary return of Ukrainian refugees, and Poland is planning to deprive refugees of benefits.

The Czech Republic is working on a pilot project for the voluntary return of Ukrainian refugees, and Poland is planning to deprive refugees of benefits. The Czech Republic will launch a pilot project that is scheduled to operate from June to November that will facilitate the voluntary return of Ukrainians to their homeland. It is emphasized that the p...

Thursday, May 16

Ukraine wants to get US permission to strike Russia with American weapons.

Ukraine wants to get US permission to strike Russia with American weapons. Since the beginning of the new offensive from the Russian Federation in the Kharkiv region, Ukraine has been trying to convince the Biden administration to lift its ban on the use of US-provided weapo...

The US announces $2B in aid for investments in the Ukrainian defense industry and is preparing to sign a security agreement.

The US announces $2B in aid for investments in the Ukrainian defense industry and is preparing to sign a security agreement. The US will allocate an additional $2B in military funding to Ukraine, State Secretary Antony Blinken said at a briefing with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba in Kyiv. Blinken noted that suppo...

The US is considering the transfer of another Patriot system, France is providing additional missiles for SAMP/T, and Latvia has allocated €10M for ammunition.

The US is considering the transfer of another Patriot system, France is providing additional missiles for SAMP/T, and Latvia has allocated €10M for ammunition. The Biden administration plans to send an additional Patriot battery and radars to Ukraine. France has also prepared a new batch of Aster 30 surface-to-air missiles to be sent to Ukraine. The addition...

How will the EU’s Ukraine Investment Framework program work?

How will the EU’s Ukraine Investment Framework program work? The Ukraine Investment Framework (UIF) is an investment tool of the Ukraine Facility program, which is designed to mobilize investment for Ukraine’s recovery and development. Funding under this instru...

The Swiss reveal the leading topics of the Peace Summit.

The Swiss reveal the leading topics of the Peace Summit. As noted by the Swiss MFA, the goal of the Peace Summit in Ukraine is to pave the way for the future peace process and develop the practical elements and procedure. All governments at the summit are i...

Wednesday, May 15

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in Kyiv on May 14 to demonstrate US solidarity with Ukraine,

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in Kyiv on May 14 to demonstrate US solidarity with Ukraine, which continues to suffer under massive Russian shelling. During a meeting with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Antony Blinken discussed Kharkiv’s need for air defense systems and new military ai...

New American military aid is already in Ukraine, and the White House is preparing a new package.

New American military aid is already in Ukraine, and the White House is preparing a new package. American military aid allocated through the $60.8B package approved in April by the US Congress is already in Ukraine, US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan said. “Some of that technology i...

NATO considers Ukraine’s victory in the war against the Russian Federation its main task.

NATO considers Ukraine’s victory in the war against the Russian Federation its main task. NATO countries will participate in Ukraine’s reconstruction and development of its security and defense infrastructure, but for now, the most urgent task is to support Ukraine in its fight again...

Tuesday, May 14

What does Trump’s peace plan for Ukraine and the Russian Federation envisage?

What does Trump’s peace plan for Ukraine and the Russian Federation envisage? The America First Policy Institute, a pro-Donald Trump organization, has released a book outlining a national security strategy aimed at Trump winning the US presidential election. The book offers som...

Kyiv and Washington are negotiating lending terms for a $7.8B loan for Ukraine.

Kyiv and Washington are negotiating lending terms for a $7.8B loan for Ukraine. Ukraine and the US are working on a list of conditions and reforms, the fulfillment of which will allow Kyiv to receive a $7.8B loan. US legislation that will provide Ukraine with almost $61B in finan...

The EU has finally prolonged duty-free trade with Ukraine, but with safeguards.

The EU has finally prolonged duty-free trade with Ukraine, but with safeguards. The EU Council approved the extension of preferential trade with Ukraine for another year until June 5, 2025. In contrast to similar decisions in previous years, this year the EU decided to continue d...

The EU will introduce sanctions against Russia’s LNG, hitting Moscow and its Asian partners.

The EU will introduce sanctions against Russia’s LNG, hitting Moscow and its Asian partners. In the next package of sanctions against Russia, the EU seeks to ban the use of its ports for the re-export of liquefied natural gas. As Bloomberg points out, although blocking access will not prevent...

Monday, May 13

EU ambassadors have agreed on a draft security agreement with Ukraine, and Belgium has already started negotiations.

EU ambassadors have agreed on a draft security agreement with Ukraine, and Belgium has already started negotiations. EU ambassadors are believed to have already agreed on a draft bilateral security agreement between Ukraine and the EU to continue the G7 declaration on security guarantees. The draft text contains pro...

EU accession will strengthen Ukraine and the entire bloc.

EU accession will strengthen Ukraine and the entire bloc. Olga Stefanishyna, the Deputy Prime Minister for European and Euro-Atlantic Integration of Ukraine, is convinced that Ukraine will become stronger as a full member of the EU. At the same time, Ukraine...

President Joe Biden has ordered the provision of $400M in military aid to Ukraine under the Foreign Assistance Act.

President Joe Biden has ordered the provision of $400M in military aid to Ukraine under the Foreign Assistance Act. According to the Pentagon, Ukraine will receive ammunition for Patriot systems, missiles for NASAMS air defense, Stinger anti-aircraft missiles, and equipment for integrating Western launchers, missil...

Canada will strengthen Ukrainian air defense and localize the production of armored vehicles, and Germany will buy three HIMARS for Ukraine.

Canada will strengthen Ukrainian air defense and localize the production of armored vehicles, and Germany will buy three HIMARS for Ukraine. Canadian Defense Minister Bill Blair has confirmed the allocation of CAD76M ($55.7M) to a German-led initiative to supply air defense systems to Ukraine rapidly. At the same time, the US State Departm...

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