War

Friday, June 27

Zelenskyy proposes new deals to Trump at the NATO Summit.

Zelenskyy proposes new deals to Trump at the NATO Summit. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed purchasing American air defense systems and collaborating on drone production with US President Donald Trump. “Ukraine is prepared to buy this equipment a...

Ukraine’s allies have identified the prerequisites for ending the war, and Italy urges the US to be more decisive.

Ukraine’s allies have identified the prerequisites for ending the war, and Italy urges the US to be more decisive. The foreign ministers of the Nordic countries, during the NATO summit in The Hague, called for an immediate and unconditional ceasefire in Ukraine to pave the way for negotiations on a lasting and jus...

Thursday, June 26

NATO Hague Summit Results: 5% of GDP on Defense, Declaration of Support for Ukraine, and Zelenskyy’s Meeting with Trump.

NATO Hague Summit Results: 5% of GDP on Defense, Declaration of Support for Ukraine, and Zelenskyy’s Meeting with Trump. European NATO countries pledged to invest 5% of their GDP in defense by 2035, according to the final communiqué adopted at the summit in The Hague. The declaration also includes a clause confirming &#...

Ukraine’s European allies aim to persuade Trump to sell them weapons.

Ukraine’s European allies aim to persuade Trump to sell them weapons. European partners believe they can convince US President Donald Trump to approve the sale of American weapons to Ukraine if they or Kyiv provide funding, especially through loans, reports WP. It is al...

Ukraine plans to incentivize the development of the defense industry.

Ukraine plans to incentivize the development of the defense industry. Draft laws on Defence City are being registered in the Verkhovna Rada, creating a special legal regime for taxation and state support of defense-industrial complex enterprises, similar to the existing...

Denmark will become the first country to launch joint defense production with Ukraine on its territory.

Denmark will become the first country to launch joint defense production with Ukraine on its territory. The Ministers of Defense of Ukraine and Denmark – Rustem Umerov and Troels Lund Poulsen – signed a letter of intent, which paves the way for joint production of Ukrainian weapons in Denmark. “Th...

The Russian military-industrial complex has reached its maximum capacity for producing armored vehicles; North Korea helps to increase weapons production for the aggressor.

The Russian military-industrial complex has reached its maximum capacity for producing armored vehicles; North Korea helps to increase weapons production for the aggressor. A senior NATO official told reporters at the NATO summit that the Russian military-industrial complex is probably currently at its peak and will be able to sustain this level for at least another year...

The candidate for NATO Supreme Allied Commander Europe believes that Ukraine can win a war with Russia.

The candidate for NATO Supreme Allied Commander Europe believes that Ukraine can win a war with Russia. US President Donald Trump’s nominee for the position of Supreme Allied Commander Europe, Lieutenant General Alexus Grynkewich, expressed confidence that Ukraine can win a war against Russia if t...

Wednesday, June 25

Zelenskyy warns that Putin could attack NATO by 2030.

Zelenskyy warns that Putin could attack NATO by 2030. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged the Alliance to act quickly, as Russia’s war against Ukraine enters one of its most critical phases. “We believe that starting in 2030, Putin ...

Ukraine, with sufficient funding, can manufacture around eight million drones each year.

Ukraine, with sufficient funding, can manufacture around eight million drones each year. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy declared at the Defense Industry Forum in the Netherlands that “Our defense industry’s potential exceeds €35B, yet 40% remains unfunded, which is a major issue. For...

Israel and Iran agree to a ceasefire. How did energy markets respond?

Israel and Iran agree to a ceasefire. How did energy markets respond? Oil prices dropped sharply after US President Donald Trump announced a ceasefire between Israel and Iran (although it was soon broken), which alleviated concerns about disruptions in the supply of ...

British companies will manufacture UAVs using Ukrainian technology.

British companies will manufacture UAVs using Ukrainian technology. Kyiv and London have reached a historic agreement that involves transferring war-tested Ukrainian technologies to British defense firms. The British government highlighted that Ukraine is a global lea...

The Netherlands and Finland have prepared new military aid packages for Ukraine totaling €318M.

The Netherlands and Finland have prepared new military aid packages for Ukraine totaling €318M. The Netherlands will provide Ukraine with 100 drone detection radar systems and 20 medical evacuation vehicles as part of a new €175M aid package, said Dutch Defense Minister Ruben Brekelmans. The dro...

The EU will allocate €300M to support Ukraine’s defense industry under the new EDIP program.

The EU will allocate €300M to support Ukraine’s defense industry under the new EDIP program. The EU is making a significant move to strengthen its defense industry and integrate Ukraine’s defense industrial complex. EU countries have approved a mandate to negotiate with the European Parliamen...

Tuesday, June 24

Russia is increasing its attacks on Ukraine while the world is occupied with the Middle Eastern conflict.

Russia is increasing its attacks on Ukraine while the world is occupied with the Middle Eastern conflict. Russia is using the escalation of military activity in the Middle East to intensify its assaults on Ukraine, Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski said. He added that the conflict between Iran and...

Europe will need to boost its weapons production by 400% to effectively deter Russia.

Europe will need to boost its weapons production by 400% to effectively deter Russia. Analysts believe that despite investing billions, Europe must spend much more to strengthen its military power and reach parity with Russia. To achieve this, European weapons output would have to incr...

The EU is preparing its most punishing package of sanctions against Russia.

The EU is preparing its most punishing package of sanctions against Russia. French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot said before a meeting of EU foreign ministers that the EU is discussing what is likely to be the strongest sanctions enacted against Russia since 2022 in respo...

Norway is investing part of the €580M earmarked for Ukraine to produce naval drones.

Norway is investing part of the €580M earmarked for Ukraine to produce naval drones. The country has designated about NRK 6.7B (€580M) to support the maritime coalition it leads together with the UK. Some of these funds will go toward developing and producing unmanned naval vessels, u...

Monday, June 23

The US attacked three nuclear facilities in Iran, forcing oil prices to soar to $100 per barrel, but this will not benefit Russia.

The US attacked three nuclear facilities in Iran, forcing oil prices to soar to $100 per barrel, but this will not benefit Russia. US President Donald Trump stated that on the night of June 22, US aircraft targeted three nuclear sites in Iran – in Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan. He specified that the operation was intended to elimin...

Ukraine plans to produce its weapons in other countries, aims to export technology, and forecasts $43B in domestic defense industry investment.

Ukraine plans to produce its weapons in other countries, aims to export technology, and forecasts $43B in domestic defense industry investment. In an interview, President Zelenskyy said that Ukraine is negotiating the initiation of defense production abroad. Notably, there are already agreements in place with Denmark, Norway, Germany, Britain...

Putin has once again set ultimatums aimed at ending the war but his initial goal is to continue annexing Ukrainian territories.

Putin has once again set ultimatums aimed at ending the war but his initial goal is to continue annexing Ukrainian territories. The Russian dictator outlined the conditions that Ukraine must meet to halt the aggression: “Kyiv must agree to a neutral status, refrain from engaging in any foreign alliances, renounce any amb...

The EU will boost defense industry funding by 250%.

The EU will boost defense industry funding by 250%. The EU will increase the European Investment Bank’s annual lending limit to €100 billion this year. This new limit exceeds last year’s bank lending by more than €10B and is €5B higher than...

Thursday, June 19

Zelenskyy at the G7 conference: Russia has only intensified its attacks on Ukraine since the new US president came into power.

Zelenskyy at the G7 conference: Russia has only intensified its attacks on Ukraine since the new US president came into power. The rise in Russia’s use of drones during its attacks is the only significant change in its behavior following the transition of the US presidency, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated...

Wednesday, June 18

During the G7 summit, Russia launched a massive attack on Kyiv and nearby regions using missiles and drones.

During the G7 summit, Russia launched a massive attack on Kyiv and nearby regions using missiles and drones. On June 17, Russia carried out a barbaric airstrike, targeting civilian infrastructure in Kyiv, Odesa, and eight other areas. Damage occurred to apartment buildings, dormitories, and kindergartens, wi...

Tuesday, June 17

Austria’s president publicly urges Putin to engage in serious peace negotiations.

Austria’s president publicly urges Putin to engage in serious peace negotiations. “I appeal once again to those in power in the Kremlin to end this illegal war and start serious, honest negotiations. Mr. President Zelenskyy has assured us once again today that Ukraine is read...

How will the conflict between Israel and Iran affect Russia’s military capabilities in its war against Ukraine?

How will the conflict between Israel and Iran affect Russia’s military capabilities in its war against Ukraine? Analysts from the ISW believe that Russia may leverage the rise in oil prices following Israel’s strikes on Iran to sustain a prolonged conflict in Ukraine. Oil and gas revenues make up about 30...

Monday, June 16

The US has declined to provide an additional $300M in aid to Ukraine.

The US has declined to provide an additional $300M in aid to Ukraine. The US House Appropriations Committee approved the defense budget for the 2026 fiscal year, maintaining defense spending at 2025’s level and refusing to allocate an additional $300M for aid to U...

Putin has declared his readiness to continue “peace talks”; Ukraine supports the initiative if it is substantive.

Putin has declared his readiness to continue “peace talks”; Ukraine supports the initiative if it is substantive. Russia is prepared to continue direct negotiations with Ukraine after June 22, Russian President said during a 50-minute telephone conversation with US President Donald Trump. Trump, in turn, emphasiz...

The Armed Forces of Ukraine have stopped the Russian offensive in the Sumy region.

The Armed Forces of Ukraine have stopped the Russian offensive in the Sumy region. According to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the maximum depth of the fighting is currently seven km from the border of the Sumy region. However, the Russian advance in the region has been st...

Ukraine has already completed 47% of this year’s missile program objectives: The domestically produced Sapsan ballistic missile is faster than the American ATACMS.

Ukraine has already completed 47% of this year’s missile program objectives: The domestically produced Sapsan ballistic missile is faster than the American ATACMS. As of June 1, Deputy Defense Minister Anatoly Klochko stated that Ukraine’s missile program for 2025 is 47% complete. Funding sources for the development of the weapon come from the state budget...

Friday, June 13

In Kyiv, Pistorius announced the provision of €9B in military aid to Ukraine, though without Taurus missiles.

In Kyiv, Pistorius announced the provision of €9B in military aid to Ukraine, though without Taurus missiles. “Germany will participate in the financing of long-range weapons (drones and missiles). We must provide the finances for this so that the Armed Forces of Ukraine can purchase materials. We plann...

Peace talks with Russia have reached a dead end; a solution is possible only on the battlefield.

Peace talks with Russia have reached a dead end; a solution is possible only on the battlefield. In May 2025, Russian troops captured the largest number of Ukrainian territories since the end of 2022. This is part of the large-scale summer offensive that has been undertaken by the Russian Federat...

Zelenskyy: Russia plans to seize Odesa and reach the borders with Moldova and Romania.

Zelenskyy: Russia plans to seize Odesa and reach the borders with Moldova and Romania. Considering this, Ukraine needs protection and long-term guarantees, said President Zelenskyy at the Ukraine-Southeast Europe summit in Odesa. “I ask you all to consider security guarantees afte...

Kremlin: Ukraine must accept Russia’s conditions and renounce integration with the West to end the war.

Kremlin: Ukraine must accept Russia’s conditions and renounce integration with the West to end the war. The head of the Russian negotiation delegation, Vladimir Medinsky, said that if Kyiv does not agree to “compromises”, it will face new territorial losses. “We want peace. But if Ukra...

The US Secretary of Defense recognizes Russia as the aggressor, but does not support Ukraine’s victory.

The US Secretary of Defense recognizes Russia as the aggressor, but does not support Ukraine’s victory. Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth, speaking in front of a Senate committee, stated that Russia is the aggressor in the war against Ukraine. However, he refused to directly support Ukraine’s victory, n...

Thursday, June 12

For the second time in two weeks, Ukraine has targeted Russia’s largest gunpowder factory while the aggressor strikes Kharkiv again.

For the second time in two weeks, Ukraine has targeted Russia’s largest gunpowder factory while the aggressor strikes Kharkiv again. On the night of June 11, Ukrainian drones launched a substantial strike on the Tambov gunpowder facility. Local residents reported hearing at least 15 explosions accompanied by a fire, likely ignited ...

Ukraine’s Accounting Chamber has warned that allocating 73% of Ukraine’s budget for defense carries risk.

Ukraine’s Accounting Chamber has warned that allocating 73% of Ukraine’s budget for defense carries risk. Auditors identified several risks to economic stability, including a decline in the number of individual entrepreneurs, volatility in the foreign exchange market, and inflationary pressures. Olga Pish...

How long will the war last, and what are Ukraine’s economic prospects?

How long will the war last, and what are Ukraine’s economic prospects? The updated World Bank forecast notes that discussions on a potential ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine began earlier this year; however, the prospects for a long-term settlement remain uncertain. ...

Wednesday, June 11

Russia unleashed another massive aerial assault on Kyiv and the Black Sea city of Odesa.

Russia unleashed another massive aerial assault on Kyiv and the Black Sea city of Odesa. On the night of June 10, Russia launched one of its largest attacks on Ukraine using strike drones, with the Kyiv and Odesa regions being hit hardest. President Zelenskyy said that one of the most ext...

Which countries and organizations have been Ukraine’s largest financial donors during the war?

Which countries and organizations have been Ukraine’s largest financial donors during the war? The EU, the US, the IMF and Japan have been the main donors to Ukraine’s state budget during the full-scale war. Also, a significant portion of the funds came under the ERA mechanism through the...

Tuesday, June 10

Europe can compensate for the loss of American aid to Ukraine, and looks to deepen its ties with the G7.

Europe can compensate for the loss of American aid to Ukraine, and looks to deepen its ties with the G7. Europe is capable of supporting Ukraine’s resistance even if military aid from the US completely stops, believes Major General Christian Freuding, who coordinates weapon supplies from Germany. H...

As Ukraine prepares to target Russia with operations similar to Spider Web, it successfully strikes enemy aircraft at the Savasleyka airbase.

As Ukraine prepares to target Russia with operations similar to Spider Web, it successfully strikes enemy aircraft at the Savasleyka airbase. The country is intensifying efforts for new operations, with the SBU taking a prominent role, having demonstrated the ability to launch strikes deep inside Russia. Their objective is to reset the nego...

Russia is making a final push with a large-scale summer offensive in Ukraine.

Russia is making a final push with a large-scale summer offensive in Ukraine. The goal of the Russian campaign is to break the Ukrainians’ fighting spirit and give Vladimir Putin at least a symbolic victory, notes the Economist. According to Ukrainian intelligence, the ma...

Monday, June 9

Trump warns Russia of severe sanctions “if necessary,” but Ukraine could also be impacted.

Trump warns Russia of severe sanctions “if necessary,” but Ukraine could also be impacted. US President Donald Trump expressed his willingness to endorse the Senate’s sanctions bill against Russia “if necessary.” He stated, “If I believe that Russia will not make a d...

Merz failed to convince Trump to pressure Moscow and provide aid to Kyiv.

Merz failed to convince Trump to pressure Moscow and provide aid to Kyiv. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz had one main request for US President Trump during his visit to the Oval Office late last week: That the American leader support Europe in pressuring Moscow to cease i...

Ukraine will receive an additional €20B in aid from NATO this year.

Ukraine will receive an additional €20B in aid from NATO this year. During a meeting in Brussels, NATO defense ministers confirmed this decision, according to NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte. “Alliance members have already pledged over €20B in extra security a...

Russia is ahead of NATO in arms production. Rutte wants the Alliance to spend 5% of GDP on defense spending and related investments.

Russia is ahead of NATO in arms production. Rutte wants the Alliance to spend 5% of GDP on defense spending and related investments. Mark Rutte stressed his serious concerns regarding the abilities of the Russian defense industry, noting that Russia currently produces the amount of ammunition in three months that the North Atlantic...

France is uniting its automotive and defense industries to produce drones for Ukraine.

France is uniting its automotive and defense industries to produce drones for Ukraine. French Defense Minister Sebastien Lecornu stated: “We are going to start an absolutely unprecedented partnership in which a large company that produces French cars will join forces with French s...

Friday, June 6

After Putin declined to engage in talks with Zelenskyy, the Ukrainian leader finds no merit in further delegation meetings in Istanbul.

After Putin declined to engage in talks with Zelenskyy, the Ukrainian leader finds no merit in further delegation meetings in Istanbul. For the first time, Vladimir Putin has publicly addressed the destruction of bridges in Russia, attributing responsibility to Ukraine. He stated that negotiations are unfeasible in this context, claim...

Thursday, June 5

The first results from Ramstein: Record package from Britain and €400M in aid from the Netherlands.

The first results from Ramstein: Record package from Britain and €400M in aid from the Netherlands. The UK has announced a new large aid package for Ukraine, which includes 100,000 drones to be provided throughout the year. This represents 10 times more than last year, and the total is a record, amo...

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