War

Tuesday, April 1

EU countries will only be able to spend around €500B on defense over the next five years, rather than the desired €800B.

EU countries will only be able to spend around €500B on defense over the next five years, rather than the desired €800B. According to Fitch Ratings, the EU is contemplating a significant increase in defense spending as the United States, which ensured Europe’s security post-World War II, has shown reluctance to continue...

Sweden has announced its largest Ukrainian aid package, totaling $1.6B, while the Netherlands allocates €500M for drones.

Sweden has announced its largest Ukrainian aid package, totaling $1.6B, while the Netherlands allocates €500M for drones. This Swedish support package includes air defense systems, artillery, satellite communications, naval capabilities, machine guns, ammunition, and approximately 100 units of various types of equipment ...

Monday, March 31

US State Department: High-level talks with Russia are not yet possible. The IMF believes the war will last at least until the end of the year.

US State Department: High-level talks with Russia are not yet possible. The IMF believes the war will last at least until the end of the year. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that it is too early to expect high-level discussions between the US and Russia. For now, the White House is assessing the Kremlin’s response to Washingt...

Russia is getting ready for a new offensive in Ukraine.

Russia is getting ready for a new offensive in Ukraine. The new offensive could last from six to nine months, with the aim of strengthening the Kremlin’s position in ceasefire negotiations. To that end, Putin is prolonging talks on a cessation of hos...

NATO has outlined its conditions for deploying European troops to Ukraine.

NATO has outlined its conditions for deploying European troops to Ukraine. European leaders are working on foreign troop deployment in Ukraine, which could be beneficial, but only under specific conditions, said Admiral Giuseppe Cavo Dragone, chairman of the NATO Military Co...

Ukraine plans to produce 30,000 long-range drones in 2025, with support from European partners through investment.

Ukraine plans to produce 30,000 long-range drones in 2025, with support from European partners through investment. Oleksandr Kamyshin, Advisor to the President of Ukraine on Strategic Issues, stated that the country has significantly increased its production of long-range UAVs and aims to manufacture 30,000 in 202...

Friday, March 28

France to provide €2B in military aid to Ukraine and is considering the provision of additional Mirage fighter jets.

France to provide €2B in military aid to Ukraine and is considering the provision of additional Mirage fighter jets. French President Emmanuel Macron announced €2B in Ukrainian military aid during a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. He added that the new package will include MILAN anti-tank missi...

Macron sums up the Paris summit: Ukraine will have naval, air, and ground deterrence forces.

Macron sums up the Paris summit: Ukraine will have naval, air, and ground deterrence forces. Ukraine’s allies plan to station deterrence forces drawn from several countries in Ukraine. The partner countries will also prepare proposals for monitoring compliance with the ceasefire in Ukra...

Russia aims to gain control over the Black Sea food corridor, which explains its agreement to a ceasefire.

Russia aims to gain control over the Black Sea food corridor, which explains its agreement to a ceasefire. “A ceasefire in the Black Sea is primarily important for the Russians because they have not effectively controlled the Black Sea food corridor for quite some time. Their Black Sea fleet is eithe...

How to find a compromise? How does the US perceive the territorial issue in the context of ending the Russo-Ukrainian war?

How to find a compromise? How does the US perceive the territorial issue in the context of ending the Russo-Ukrainian war? According to Keith Kellogg, the US President Donald Trump’s Special Envoy for Ukraine, Russia will not relinquish the territories it has already occupied. However, these territories are not lega...

Ukraine summarizes its energy infrastructure losses suffered in the Russian invasion.

Ukraine summarizes its energy infrastructure losses suffered in the Russian invasion. Before the full-scale conflict began, Ukraine’s power plants had an installed capacity of 56.1 GW. Russia occupied 18 GW of generation, including Europe’s largest nuclear power plant in Za...

Thursday, March 27

Ukraine’s membership in the EU as its best security guarantee. Is this really the case?

Ukraine’s membership in the EU as its best security guarantee. Is this really the case? EC President Antonio Costa believes that Ukraine’s strongest security assurance is joining the EU. He highlighted “the impressive achievements of a country at war regarding its ability to ...

Russia has set forth conditions for the Black Sea truce to take effect; the US is willing to lift some sanctions, while the EU is opposed.

Russia has set forth conditions for the Black Sea truce to take effect; the US is willing to lift some sanctions, while the EU is opposed. The Kremlin released a final statement following talks with US representatives in Saudi Arabia, outlining its conditions for a maritime truce with Ukraine. According to Russia’s statement, the a...

Zelenskyy states that the ceasefire in the Black Sea and regarding energy infrastructure took effect on March 25. Moscow, however, see it differently.

Zelenskyy states that the ceasefire in the Black Sea and regarding energy infrastructure took effect on March 25. Moscow, however, see it differently. An agreement to mutually refrain from attacks on energy facilities, along with a ceasefire in the Black Sea, went into effect that day, President Zelenskyy announced on March 25. He explained that an ...

Europe has backed down from sending its peacekeepers to Ukraine and is seeking alternatives.

Europe has backed down from sending its peacekeepers to Ukraine and is seeking alternatives. Amid discussions about deploying troops to Ukraine to provide security, European nations are also considering other options. This is due to political and logistical challenges faced by these countries...

Southern European countries do not support the EC’s rearmament plan for Europe.

Southern European countries do not support the EC’s rearmament plan for Europe. Several European countries have resisted the European Commission’s initiative to boost defense spending through low-interest loans, fearing it would exacerbate their already significant debt burden. I...

Wednesday, March 26

The US has reached an agreement with Ukraine and Russia on a “maritime truce” and is developing a plan to prohibit attacks on energy facilities.

The US has reached an agreement with Ukraine and Russia on a “maritime truce” and is developing a plan to prohibit attacks on energy facilities. During talks in Riyadh, the US delegation collaborated with representatives from Ukraine and Russia to prevent assaults on commercial vessels in the Black Sea. “The US and Ukraine have committed...

Ukraine is prepared for a full ceasefire, although Romania and Bulgaria are concerned about a naval ceasefire.

Ukraine is prepared for a full ceasefire, although Romania and Bulgaria are concerned about a naval ceasefire. Ukraine unconditionally backs the notion of a complete ceasefire with Russia, which would extend beyond the month-long truce currently being negotiated in the energy infrastructure sector, stated Ukra...

Putin intends to prolong the current peace talks to acquire more Ukrainian territory.

Putin intends to prolong the current peace talks to acquire more Ukrainian territory. The Kremlin is deliberately extending peace discussions to acquire additional territory and bolster its position in dealings with the US, sources familiar with Russian leadership’s thought proce...

Most Ukrainian defense industry manufacturers are considering moving their operations abroad. Why?

Most Ukrainian defense industry manufacturers are considering moving their operations abroad. Why? As of February, 85% of private manufacturers of weapons and military equipment (WME) are planning to relocate or have already done so, according to 34 private companies in the defense sector. The top ...

Tuesday, March 25

Russia strikes the center of Sumy, injuring 100 people; Trump is outraged by the intense shelling.

Russia strikes the center of Sumy, injuring 100 people; Trump is outraged by the intense shelling. On Monday March 24, while negotiations between Russian and American delegations were ongoing in Riyadh, Russia launched a missile strike on the center of Sumy. A residential area, a school, and a chil...

In Riyadh, Ukraine and the US discussed key issues in the energy sector, shipping safety, and preventing attacks on Ukrainian ports.

In Riyadh, Ukraine and the US discussed key issues in the energy sector, shipping safety, and preventing attacks on Ukrainian ports. Defense Minister Rustem Umerov emphasized that the conversation was constructive and meaningful. President Zelenskyy’s primary objective is to achieve lasting and sustainable peace in Ukraine. &...

Trump’s national security adviser outlined the stages of the ceasefire.

Trump’s national security adviser outlined the stages of the ceasefire. A ceasefire on the front line will be the final step before signing a peace agreement in the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, with intermediate stages to occur beforehand, stated US President Dona...

Czechia believes the mineral deal with the US will be part of Ukraine’s security guarantees.

Czechia believes the mineral deal with the US will be part of Ukraine’s security guarantees. Czech President Petr Pavel thinks that Ukraine’s security guarantees will consist of two components: a mineral agreement with the US and guarantees from European countries. “If American bu...

Kallas remains hopeful about receiving support from EU members for a €40B aid package for Ukraine.

Kallas remains hopeful about receiving support from EU members for a €40B aid package for Ukraine. The head of European diplomacy, Kaja Kallas, continues to collaborate with EU member states on her €40B military assistance initiative for Ukraine. “The EU High Representative has proposed a pla...

Monday, March 24

Trump states that the framework for a peace agreement has already been established and that the US aims to finalize an agreement by April 20.

Trump states that the framework for a peace agreement has already been established and that the US aims to finalize an agreement by April 20. US President Donald Trump noted that the US, Ukraine, and Russia have seemingly outlined the preliminary conditions for an agreement to end the war. He also emphasized the importance of ongoing suppor...

In Riyadh, Ukraine and the US discuss the protection of energy facilities and critical infrastructure; indirect talks between Ukraine and Russia are planned.

In Riyadh, Ukraine and the US discuss the protection of energy facilities and critical infrastructure; indirect talks between Ukraine and Russia are planned. According to Defense Minister Rustem Umerov, proposals regarding the protection of energy facilities and critical infrastructure were on the agenda in Saudi Arabia on March 23. On March 24, Ukraine an...

Witkoff: The status of the occupied territories is the primary issue in resolving the war in Ukraine.

Witkoff: The status of the occupied territories is the primary issue in resolving the war in Ukraine. The US President’s Special Envoy to the Middle East, Steven Witkoff, referred to Ukraine’s occupied territories as Russian-speaking regions and proposed conducting a so-called referendum. ...

France and Italy have blocked EU approval of €5B in aid for Ukraine.

France and Italy have blocked EU approval of €5B in aid for Ukraine. During a Brussels summit, the EU was not able to reach an agreement on the allocation of €5B for Ukraine’s ammunition supplies this year, as EU members, including France and Italy, were hesitant...

The EU discusses the deployment of two peacekeeping missions in Ukraine following the war.

The EU discusses the deployment of two peacekeeping missions in Ukraine following the war. One of these missions could operate under the auspices of the UN and involve soldiers from India, Brazil, Indonesia, and Saudi Arabia, who would be stationed along the Russian-Ukrainian border. The se...

How is the Kremlin trying to drive Kyiv and Washington apart and disrupt peace talks?

How is the Kremlin trying to drive Kyiv and Washington apart and disrupt peace talks? The Kremlin is ramping up its campaign to discredit Ukraine. As reported by the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Russia shelled the Sudzha gas metering station in the Kursk region and bla...

A new €150B EU security loan program presents significant opportunities for the Ukrainian defense industry.

A new €150B EU security loan program presents significant opportunities for the Ukrainian defense industry. According to Andrius Kubilius, the European Commissioner for Defense, this new EU loan program, part of the SAFE (Security Action for Europe) initiative, allows member states to utilize €150B in loans...

Friday, March 21

Zelenskyy and Trump have discussed the fate of the Zaporizhzhia NPP.

Zelenskyy and Trump have discussed the fate of the Zaporizhzhia NPP. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt reported that US President Donald Trump, during a phone conversation with Volodymyr Zelenskyy, proposed transferring Ukrainian nuclear power plants to US o...

Zelenskyy after conversation with Trump: Currently, only the possibility of a partial ceasefire is under discussion. Ukraine will prepare a list of prohibited targets for attacks.

Zelenskyy after conversation with Trump: Currently, only the possibility of a partial ceasefire is under discussion. Ukraine will prepare a list of prohibited targets for attacks. After the phone call between the American and Ukrainian presidents, Volodymyr Zelenskyy was asked if it’s realistic to achieve a complete ceasefire in a few weeks, as stated by Trump’s special e...

What would an energy truce provide for Ukraine and Russia?

What would an energy truce provide for Ukraine and Russia? Since the war’s onset, Russia has systematically targeted the Ukrainian energy sector. For Kyiv, a primary target among the aggressor’s facilities is the extensive network of Russian oil r...

The US, Ukraine, and Russia will hold parallel talks in Riyadh on March 24.

The US, Ukraine, and Russia will hold parallel talks in Riyadh on March 24. Russia aims to revive the Black Sea Grain Initiative. The next round of talks between the US and Russia regarding a ceasefire and ending the war in Ukraine will not involve senior US officials. The me...

Britain and the EU are in discussions to accelerate arms deliveries to Ukraine,

Britain and the EU are in discussions to accelerate arms deliveries to Ukraine, according to British Foreign Secretary David Lammy. He mentioned that he had talked about increasing military support for Ukraine prior to a potential full ceasefire in a meeting in London with the EU...

Russia conducts a massive air raid on a city in central Ukraine, while the Armed Forces of Ukraine target the Engels airfield.

Russia conducts a massive air raid on a city in central Ukraine, while the Armed Forces of Ukraine target the Engels airfield. Putin demonstrated his stance toward the initiative to establish peace in Ukraine by shelling the Kirovohrad region. “Despite its propaganda statements, Russia’s strikes on Ukraine continu...

Europe, along with Ukraine, is ramping up the production of 155-mm ammunition.

Europe, along with Ukraine, is ramping up the production of 155-mm ammunition. French defense plant Les Forges de Tarbes, which was on the brink of closure in 2021, is now running at full capacity, fulfilling orders for 155-mm artillery shells. The priority is to support Ukraine...

Shelling and business uncertainty slowed real GDP growth in Ukraine to 0.5% in February.

Shelling and business uncertainty slowed real GDP growth in Ukraine to 0.5% in February. The growth rate of real Ukrainian GDP decreased to 0.5% during the same month. This downturn is attributed to the damaging effects of Russian shelling on various industries and heightened uncertainty ...

The EU aims to secure €5B for Ukrainian munitions.

The EU aims to secure €5B for Ukrainian munitions. EU officials are developing a strategy to allocate €5B for ammunition, as an agreement on the €40B Ukrainian military aid package remains pending, EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Securi...

Thursday, March 20

Trump: Efforts to end the war in Ukraine are progressing; Moscow, Washington, and Kyiv are arranging new talks.

Trump: Efforts to end the war in Ukraine are progressing; Moscow, Washington, and Kyiv are arranging new talks. Commenting on his discussion with the Russian leader, US President Donald Trump noted that both the Kremlin chief and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky wish for the war to conclude. “This p...

As Russia prepares to confront Europe, the Trump administration is considering relinquishing command of NATO military operations in Europe.

As Russia prepares to confront Europe, the Trump administration is considering relinquishing command of NATO military operations in Europe. Russia is boosting its defense investments and readying for conflict with Europe, said EC President Ursula von der Leyen. “And at a time when these threats are increasing, we see our long time p...

Ukraine is still committed to a mutual agreement to cease attacks on energy infrastructure despite Moscow’s massive air attack immediately after talks with Washington.

Ukraine is still committed to a mutual agreement to cease attacks on energy infrastructure despite Moscow’s massive air attack immediately after talks with Washington. “We are ready for such a step if it is carried out by both sides. That is, when we agree on this with mediation from the American side and on the condition that the US is the guarantor of this a...

The Trump-Putin call fails to meet expectations as the Kremlin continues to evade a ceasefire in order to gain additional concessions from the US.

The Trump-Putin call fails to meet expectations as the Kremlin continues to evade a ceasefire in order to gain additional concessions from the US. The outcome of the telephone conversation with Putin was far from what the US president had hoped for. The NYT highlights that Putin agreed only to a limited ceasefire but refused a complete end to ho...

British special forces are ready to be deployed to Ukraine as peacekeepers.

British special forces are ready to be deployed to Ukraine as peacekeepers. British special forces have been put on standby to deploy to Ukraine as part of the UK peacekeeping mission as a ceasefire agreement “closes in.” Last week, Prime Minister Keir Starmer sai...

The EC presents a White Paper for defense; Ukraine will receive two million rounds of ammunition per year.

The EC presents a White Paper for defense; Ukraine will receive two million rounds of ammunition per year. The European Commission and the EU High Representative have introduced the White Paper on European Defense – Readiness 2030. As part of the ReArm Europe plan, an ambitious defense package has al...

Ukraine has lost 20.5% of its agricultural land since the start of the full-scale war.

Ukraine has lost 20.5% of its agricultural land since the start of the full-scale war. This has led to a reduction in gross agricultural production, said Minister of Agrarian Policy Vitaly Koval. “If we compare, for example, 2021, which was a fruitful and successful year, we grew ...

The EU has limited access for US, UK, and Turkey companies to a €150B rearmament fund aimed at supporting the European defense industry.

The EU has limited access for US, UK, and Turkey companies to a €150B rearmament fund aimed at supporting the European defense industry. Companies based in the US, UK, and Turkey will not be allowed to participate in the €150B EU defense fund proposed by the European Commission unless their respective countries sign defense and securit...

Wednesday, March 19

Russia agrees to limit its attacks on Ukraine’s infrastructure and energy sector for 30 days but will not commit to a truce.

Russia agrees to limit its attacks on Ukraine’s infrastructure and energy sector for 30 days but will not commit to a truce. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, following a conversation between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin, noted that the presidents agreed to continue “technical negotiations” on a c...

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