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Friday, April 25

The EU has established “red lines” in discussions regarding Ukraine but is concerned about a possible rift in relations with the US.

The EU has established “red lines” in discussions regarding Ukraine but is concerned about a possible rift in relations with the US. European officials worry that disagreements with the US over the Russia-Ukraine war could test bilateral relations, weaken transatlantic security, and potentially disrupt a NATO summit in June. The Tr...

Brave1 demonstrates the state’s support for defense technology.

Brave1 demonstrates the state’s support for defense technology. Over the past two years of the Brave1 technology cluster’s operation, more than 1,500 developers have joined, and have registered over 3,500 technological solutions according to Brave1 COO, Nata...

Thursday, April 24

The Kremlin proposes halting the war along the current front line while continuing its air strikes on Ukraine.

The Kremlin proposes halting the war along the current front line while continuing its air strikes on Ukraine. The FT reported that Putin put forward to US President Donald Trump that Russia would cease hostilities in Ukraine, freezing the conflict at the current front line. The Russian leader reportedly told ...

The peace meeting in London has been downgraded in level.

The peace meeting in London has been downgraded in level. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio refused to travel to Britain after Ukraine declined to relinquish its territories to Russia. The foreign ministers of the UK, France, Germany, and Ukraine postponed t...

Ukraine is ready for negotiations, but not for capitulation; Ukraine comments on the proposals from Trump and Putin.

Ukraine is ready for negotiations, but not for capitulation; Ukraine comments on the proposals from Trump and Putin. During a delegation meeting in London on April 23, Ukraine reaffirmed its principled stance that it is willing to negotiate. However, as Minister of Economy Yulia Svyrydenko stated: “There will ...

Trump’s latest offer to Ukraine would require Kyiv to agree to Russian occupation.

Trump’s latest offer to Ukraine would require Kyiv to agree to Russian occupation. US President Donald Trump is preparing a “final offer” for Ukraine to end the war, which would require Kyiv to give up the territories that are currently occupied by Russia. Ukraine consid...

Wednesday, April 23

Trump will soon share the specifics of ceasefire talks in Ukraine.

Trump will soon share the specifics of ceasefire talks in Ukraine. US President Donald Trump promised that he would soon provide detailed information regarding the ceasefire situation in Ukraine. According to him, the US administration has held a series of successful...

Ceasefire talks among the US, Ukraine, Britain, and France are taking place in London.

Ceasefire talks among the US, Ukraine, Britain, and France are taking place in London. This meeting was announced by President Zelenskyy on April 21, following a conversation with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Special Envoys Steve Witkoff and Ke...

Europe will boost its investment in the Ukrainian defense industry rather than provide direct arms supplies.

Europe will boost its investment in the Ukrainian defense industry rather than provide direct arms supplies. The European military assistance program for Ukraine aims to increase investment in Ukraine’s domestic weapons production. Currently, more countries are exploring the option of investing in the ...

Europe can replace US aid to Ukraine by increasing its contributions by just 0.2% of GDP.

Europe can replace US aid to Ukraine by increasing its contributions by just 0.2% of GDP. To achieve this would only require EU countries to increase their contributions by 0.21% of their combined annual GDP – from €44B to €82B, said Christoph Trebesch, an expert at the Kiel Institute for ...

Ukraine’s permanent representative to the UN calls on Merz to transfer 150 Taurus missiles and 30% of German aviation to Ukraine.

Ukraine’s permanent representative to the UN calls on Merz to transfer 150 Taurus missiles and 30% of German aviation to Ukraine. Former Ambassador of Ukraine to Germany and now Permanent Representative of Ukraine to the UN Andriy Melnyk has urged future German Chancellor Friedrich Merz to enhance his country’s assistance ...

Tuesday, April 22

Trump has proposed a “peace plan” that includes transferring Crimea to Russia.

Trump has proposed a “peace plan” that includes transferring Crimea to Russia. According to the WSJ and Bloomberg, the plan entails a ceasefire along the current front line (freezing the war), preventing Ukraine’s accession to NATO, and formally recognizing Crimea as Russi...

Trump anticipates an agreement between Ukraine and Russia this week, but if not, threatens to withdraw from the peace negotiations.

Trump anticipates an agreement between Ukraine and Russia this week, but if not, threatens to withdraw from the peace negotiations. US President Donald Trump is optimistic that Ukraine and Russia will finalize an agreement this week. Discussions on a ceasefire are scheduled in London, involving delegations from Ukraine, the EU, an...

After the expiration of the “Easter truce,” the Russian Federation launched an attack on Ukraine using missiles and drones.

After the expiration of the “Easter truce,” the Russian Federation launched an attack on Ukraine using missiles and drones. On the night of April 21, the Russian Federation struck Ukraine with three missiles and 96 strike drones immediately after the so-called “Easter truce”, declared by Russian President Putin...

Private investment in Ukrainian defense technologies soared by 900% in one year but there is still not enough capital.

Private investment in Ukrainian defense technologies soared by 900% in one year but there is still not enough capital. According to the Ukrainian Council of Gunsmiths, this sector experienced remarkable growth in 2024, surging by 900% compared to 2023, with estimates ranging from $35M to $50M. This demonstrates that U...

Friday, April 18

While Ukraine was negotiating a ceasefire and security guarantees with its partners in Paris, Germany provided a new package of military assistance.

While Ukraine was negotiating a ceasefire and security guarantees with its partners in Paris, Germany provided a new package of military assistance. On April 17, high-ranking Ukrainian officials discussed a ceasefire and security guarantees with their counterparts from the UK, Germany, and France, announced the Head of the Presidential Office, And...

Britain will back Merz’s proposal to supply Ukraine with German Taurus missiles.

Britain will back Merz’s proposal to supply Ukraine with German Taurus missiles. London will support Berlin’s decision to provide Ukraine with Taurus missiles as a show of solidarity with the next German Chancellor, Friedrich Merz, who recently expressed his readiness to equip Ukr...

Thursday, April 17

The US has softened its demands for Ukraine to repay the aid it has provided before signing the mineral deal.

The US has softened its demands for Ukraine to repay the aid it has provided before signing the mineral deal. After negotiations in Washington, the Trump administration has revised the aid estimate down from $300B to $100B. However, the US continues to view the agreement as a way to recover costs for military...

Rubio and Witkoff will travel to Paris to discuss Russia’s war in Ukraine, while the ISW believes Putin has enough resources for another 12 to 16 months.

Rubio and Witkoff will travel to Paris to discuss Russia’s war in Ukraine, while the ISW believes Putin has enough resources for another 12 to 16 months. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and the US President’s Special Envoy for the Middle East Steve Witkoff are scheduled to visit Paris this week. Witkoff plans to meet with French President Emman...

President Zelenskyy’s office announces that peace negotiations with the US will occur only after a mutually agreed-upon draft of a ceasefire document is prepared.

President Zelenskyy’s office announces that peace negotiations with the US will occur only after a mutually agreed-upon draft of a ceasefire document is prepared. Deputy Head of the Office of the President Ihor Brusylo stated: “Such meetings are meaningful only when there are specific developments such that documents that can be discussed substantively an...

Wednesday, April 16

The US receives up to an 800% return on its investment from its support of Ukraine.

The US receives up to an 800% return on its investment from its support of Ukraine. As of early 2025, the US has provided approximately $185B in military and economic assistance, humanitarian support, and security cooperation to Ukraine. Military analyst Benjamin Cook believes that t...

Investors have lost hope for a quick resolution to the war in Ukraine.

Investors have lost hope for a quick resolution to the war in Ukraine. Last week, Ukrainian eurobond prices dropped below the levels they were at before last year’s US presidential election, erasing all of the gains made from the anticipation of a swift end to the ...

A bill for further Ukrainian military support and its reconstruction has been introduced in the US Congress.

A bill for further Ukrainian military support and its reconstruction has been introduced in the US Congress. Democratic Representative Gregory Meeks presented this bill, which outlines financial aid for Kyiv’s post-war reconstruction. According to Reuters, the document also seeks to dedicate funds to purchas...

Tuesday, April 15

Germany is ready to build up a powerful military force in response to the Russian threat and to provide Ukraine with Taurus missiles.

Germany is ready to build up a powerful military force in response to the Russian threat and to provide Ukraine with Taurus missiles. A new coalition agreement was signed in Berlin, allowing unlimited funding for the defense sector and establishing the groundwork for Germany’s evolution into a robust military capability that c...

Ukraine has emerged as the world’s leading producer of FPV drones, manufacturing over 2.2 million UAVs annually, with the domestic defense industry capable of producing up to 10 million units.

Ukraine has emerged as the world’s leading producer of FPV drones, manufacturing over 2.2 million UAVs annually, with the domestic defense industry capable of producing up to 10 million units. During the Ukrainian Weapons 2024 briefing, Defense Ministry officials reported on the defense-industrial base’s rapid expansion in order to meet modern warfare’s demands. The CEO of Tenco...

Monday, April 14

April’s second deadly missile strike: Russia kills dozens and wounds hundreds in Sumy.

April’s second deadly missile strike: Russia kills dozens and wounds hundreds in Sumy. Only one week after the Kryviy Rih tragedy, on April 13 Russia attacked the center of Sumy with ballistic missiles, killing 34 civilians and injuring over 100 others, among them 11 children. The Forei...

Record-breaking Ramstein: Ukraine will receive military support exceeding $21B.

Record-breaking Ramstein: Ukraine will receive military support exceeding $21B. Following the 27th meeting of the Contact Group on Defense Issues in Ukraine in the Ramstein format, held on April 11 with 51 states participating, Ukraine’s allies committed to a substantial in...

Witkoff suggests that Trump acknowledge Russia’s control over four regions of Ukraine.

Witkoff suggests that Trump acknowledge Russia’s control over four regions of Ukraine. US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff urged the White House to support a plan that would effectively recognize Russia’s authority over four Ukrainian regions – Luhansk, Donetsk, Zaporizhia, and Kherson...

France and Britain will present Trump with a plan for a peacekeeping mission in Ukraine.

France and Britain will present Trump with a plan for a peacekeeping mission in Ukraine. Britain and France are developing a joint initiative to create a “deterrence force” in Ukraine after the end of hostilities. The plan is expected to be presented to Donald Trump in the com...

The Ukrainian defense industry has ramped up cruise missile production by 700%.

The Ukrainian defense industry has ramped up cruise missile production by 700%. According to Herman Smetanin, Ukraine’s minister of strategic industries, last year Ukraine was able to produce only one cruise missile – the Neptune. However, last year the state launched many ...

Friday, April 11

Hungary has promised to support sanctions targeting Russia if Putin refuses a truce.

Hungary has promised to support sanctions targeting Russia if Putin refuses a truce. Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjártó confirmed that Hungary may back Western sanctions against Russia if Donald Trump employs them to penalize Russian leader Vladimir Putin for the Kremlin’...

A dozen countries are ready to send peacekeeping troops to Ukraine.

A dozen countries are ready to send peacekeeping troops to Ukraine. Ukraine’s key allies are continuing discussions regarding a potential peacekeeping mission in the country if a peace deal is reached. The coalition includes European nations, Canada, and Austral...

Thursday, April 10

To compensate for its shortage of US-made weapons, Ukraine is ready to purchase military equipment from the US.

To compensate for its shortage of US-made weapons, Ukraine is ready to purchase military equipment from the US. President Zelenskyy stated that the nation is willing to buy the next tranche of military assistance from the US. However, it still awaits a reply from the White House on the prospects of the US conti...

Russia launches a spring offensive in two regions and continues its terror campaign, shelling Ukrainian cities.

Russia launches a spring offensive in two regions and continues its terror campaign, shelling Ukrainian cities. The Russian military has effectively initiated a second offensive in the Sumy and Kharkiv regions despite ceasefire negotiations and agreements, stated the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Uk...

The Czech Republic has transferred all its Soviet-style tanks to Ukraine.

The Czech Republic has transferred all its Soviet-style tanks to Ukraine. Recently, Czechia completed the transfer of all its Soviet-style T-72M1 tanks to Ukraine after decommissioning them. The Czech Republic once possessed 86 T-72M1 tanks, which it inherited from the Czec...

Wednesday, April 9

Goldman Sachs has estimated the probability of a peace agreement in Ukraine to be 70%, but the ZNPP may be a problem.

Goldman Sachs has estimated the probability of a peace agreement in Ukraine to be 70%, but the ZNPP may be a problem. American investment bank Goldman Sachs stated that bond prices suggest that the markets have assessed a 70% probability of a peace deal in Ukraine. This current estimate is notably higher than the fig...

Belgium will provide Ukraine with €1B in defense aid and two F-16s this year, while Norway is allocating over $332M for ammunition.

Belgium will provide Ukraine with €1B in defense aid and two F-16s this year, while Norway is allocating over $332M for ammunition. Belgium will contribute a €1B defense aid package to Ukraine. Prime Minister Bart de Wever specified that the funds will be utilized to purchase weapons and enhance the Ukrainian defense industry, par...

Tuesday, April 8

Russia has shifted its stance: The Kremlin reevaluates its position in negotiations aimed at ending the war in Ukraine.

Russia has shifted its stance: The Kremlin reevaluates its position in negotiations aimed at ending the war in Ukraine. Significant progress has been made regarding a peace settlement in Ukraine, stated Kirill Dmitriev, the Russian president’s special representative, after a series of meetings in Washington with ...

NATO has voiced its position on key aspects of ending the Russian-Ukrainian war.

NATO has voiced its position on key aspects of ending the Russian-Ukrainian war. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated that NATO is not engaged in the negotiations to end Russia’s war against Ukraine. “They are being led by the US along with Ukraine and Russia. We u...

Europe is considering creating another defense fund: Britain, Ukraine, and Norway would be eligible to join the initiative.

Europe is considering creating another defense fund: Britain, Ukraine, and Norway would be eligible to join the initiative. EU finance ministers will discuss the creation of a joint intergovernmental defense fund on April 12, which would provide large-scale defense financing without increasing public debt levels, a growing...

Ukrainian refugees may lose their right to stay in the EU following the ceasefire.

Ukrainian refugees may lose their right to stay in the EU following the ceasefire. Millions of Ukrainian refugees in the EU might lose the right to remain in Europe amid discussions of a truce, as the EU has no clear plan that will allow them to remain in EU countries post-ceasefire...

Monday, April 7

Russia continues to terrorize Ukraine with air strikes, violating the energy truce.

Russia continues to terrorize Ukraine with air strikes, violating the energy truce. On the night of April 6, Russian troops carried out a combined strike on Ukraine. Ukraine’s air defense shot down 13 missiles and 40 UAVs. Two days earlier, Russian forces launched a ballistic missile...

The US has given Russia a few weeks to agree to a ceasefire before increasing its pressure.

The US has given Russia a few weeks to agree to a ceasefire before increasing its pressure. The US recognizes that Russia is violating the ceasefire that was reached in Saudi Arabia, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated. “If there are delaying tactics, we won’t be interested ...

Trump states that Zelenskyy and Putin are ready to negotiate.

Trump states that Zelenskyy and Putin are ready to negotiate. US President Donald Trump believes that Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Russian dictator Vladimir Putin are ready to finalize a ceasefire agreement. According to Trump, significant progress h...

Russian occupation forces have slowed their advance in Ukraine but are preparing a new offensive in several directions.

Russian occupation forces have slowed their advance in Ukraine but are preparing a new offensive in several directions. The UK Ministry of Defense noted that the Russian occupation forces’ advance in Ukraine has decelerated since the beginning of 2025. In March, Russian troops captured 143 square kilometers of Uk...

Friday, April 4

NATO countries will provide Ukraine with at least €20B in military assistance this year.

NATO countries will provide Ukraine with at least €20B in military assistance this year. “In the first three months of the year, we have already announced the allocation of over €20B in assistance to Ukraine. Our command in Wiesbaden continues to coordinate the supply of security as...

Europe considers utilizing NATO assets for a peacekeeping force in Ukraine.

Europe considers utilizing NATO assets for a peacekeeping force in Ukraine. NATO could play a crucial role in facilitating a European military mission aimed at securing a peace deal in Ukraine, according to plans being developed by a coalition of Kyiv’s allies. NATO...

Britain proposes that Europe create a joint arms purchasing fund worth hundreds of billions of euros.

Britain proposes that Europe create a joint arms purchasing fund worth hundreds of billions of euros. Britain has proposed that European countries create a supranational fund for centralized purchases of military equipment, accumulation of weapons stocks, and financing the continent’s rearmament...

Denmark has announced a new Ukrainian military aid package valued at almost €900M.

Denmark has announced a new Ukrainian military aid package valued at almost €900M. This is Denmark’s 25th military aid package for Ukraine, which has allocated DKK 6.7B (€900M) for the period of 2025-2027. DKK 1.4B is set aside for the provision of artillery and ammunition dur...

Czech CSG increased its sales by 614% because of the war in Ukraine.

Czech CSG increased its sales by 614% because of the war in Ukraine. Czechoslovak Group AS (CSG) increased its profit by 200% in 2024, driven by greater supplies to Ukraine and NATO countries. Since the onset of the full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine, the Czech com...

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