War

Wednesday, July 2

Which foreign arms manufacturers are already operating in Ukraine?

Which foreign arms manufacturers are already operating in Ukraine? As of mid-2025, at least eight foreign companies have already opened or plan to open arms production facilities in Ukraine. These includes research, assembly, maintenance, and repair operations, as we...

Ukraine is seeking new investment in its defense sector and enhancing collaboration with German arms manufacturers.

Ukraine is seeking new investment in its defense sector and enhancing collaboration with German arms manufacturers. During talks with EU representatives, President Zelenskyy emphasized investment in domestic weapon production, focusing on long-range UAVs, interceptor drones, and similar equipment. “This is cr...

Tuesday, July 1

Germany is trying to obtain air defense aid for Ukraine and plans joint weapons manufacturing.

Germany is trying to obtain air defense aid for Ukraine and plans joint weapons manufacturing. German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul, who arrived in Kyiv on June 30, stated that Germany is attempting “by all means” to ensure Ukraine receives additional air defense systems to count...

Ukraine and Russia have expressed interest in resuming talks.

Ukraine and Russia have expressed interest in resuming talks. After concluding discussions on humanitarian issues, Ukraine aims to focus on a summit between President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin, said Defense Minister Rustem Umerov, emp...

Investing in demining is crucial for Ukraine’s rebuilding and ensuring global food security.

Investing in demining is crucial for Ukraine’s rebuilding and ensuring global food security. Before the full-scale invasion, Ukraine fed 400 million people worldwide and supplied agricultural products to the EU, North Africa, and Asia, providing about 10% of the world’s grain. However, due to...

The Russian “summer offensive,” launched in May, is already losing momentum.

The Russian “summer offensive,” launched in May, is already losing momentum. Despite numerous attacks across nearly the entire front line, the aggressor forces have not made significant breakthroughs. Moscow set a new record for the number of offensive operations in June, but ...

Ukraine presents defense industry projects for financing within the framework of the €150B EU initiative.

Ukraine presents defense industry projects for financing within the framework of the €150B EU initiative. These are initiatives to produce drones, ammunition, and missiles, which can be financed within the framework of the SAFE (Security Action for Europe) loan program that has a €150B budget. Ukrainian p...

Which ally provides the most support to Ukraine?

Which ally provides the most support to Ukraine? Over more than three years of the full-scale war, at the end of April 2025 the main providers of aid to Ukraine have remained unchanged: the US, the UK, and Germany. Meanwhile, Estonia, Denmark, and L...

To accelerate the supply of weapons to Ukraine’s armed forces, a specialized military marketplace is being launched in Ukraine.

To accelerate the supply of weapons to Ukraine’s armed forces, a specialized military marketplace is being launched in Ukraine. According to Defense Minister Rustem Umerov this weapons marketplace aims to simplify and expedite weapon deliveries to the military. “Together with the Defense Procurement Agency and DOT – the ...

Monday, June 30

The Kremlin used over 1,200 drones and more than 100 missiles against Ukraine in a week.

The Kremlin used over 1,200 drones and more than 100 missiles against Ukraine in a week. Over the past week, Russian forces launched 114 missiles, more than 1,270 drones, and nearly 1,100 guided bombs against Ukraine, said President Zelenskyy. Another large attack occurred on the night of...

Russia has seized a key lithium deposit in the Donetsk region.

Russia has seized a key lithium deposit in the Donetsk region. Russian forces took control of one of Ukraine’s most promising lithium sites – Shevchenkivske, located in Donetsk. This deposit was previously developed by an American company focused on critica...

Kyiv is launching a joint weapons production program with international partners in Ukraine withing Ramstein coalition.

Kyiv is launching a joint weapons production program with international partners in Ukraine withing Ramstein coalition. Ukraine’s Defense Minister Rustem Umerov revealed the Ministry of Defense’s plans to expand Ukraine’s cooperation with its allies on joint weapons manufacturing. He mentioned that th...

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. ...

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