War

Thursday, April 3

Russia has rejected Trump’s offer for peace in Ukraine. The White House now understands that there will be no quick deal.

Russia has rejected Trump’s offer for peace in Ukraine. The White House now understands that there will be no quick deal. Russia cannot accept the US’ proposal to end the war in their “current form” since they do not address the issues that Moscow considers the primary reasons for the invasion, stated R...

500% tariff: The US Senate proposes new sanctions against Russia in retaliation for the Kremlin’s refusal to sign a peace deal.

500% tariff: The US Senate proposes new sanctions against Russia in retaliation for the Kremlin’s refusal to sign a peace deal. Two US senators, Republican Lindsey Graham and Democrat Richard Blumenthal, have introduced a bill to impose new sanctions on Russia in response to the Kremlin’s refusal to sign a peace deal. &#...

The US wants the EU to continue purchasing American weapons and plans to simplify export processes.

The US wants the EU to continue purchasing American weapons and plans to simplify export processes. The US has expressed its desire for Europe to continue acquiring American military equipment following the EU’s restrictions on American manufacturers from participating in arms tenders. Specifi...

Ukraine and Russia both present evidence of energy truce violations to the US.

Ukraine and Russia both present evidence of energy truce violations to the US. Ukraine has provided the US with confirmation of Russian strikes on energy infrastructure, which breaches the ceasefire agreement. President Zelenskyy notes that Ukraine has documented every violation...

Latvia will send Ukraine 1,500 drones, and Germany will provide an additional €11.25B military assistance package.

Latvia will send Ukraine 1,500 drones, and Germany will provide an additional €11.25B military assistance package. As part of a Latvian support package, the Armed Forces of Ukraine will receive 1,500 new combat drones. In total, two Latvian companies will deliver 12,000 drones to Ukraine worth €17M in the first ha...

Ukraine will need over $20B and over 10 years to restore land for the agricultural sector.

Ukraine will need over $20B and over 10 years to restore land for the agricultural sector. Restoring agricultural lands after the war will cost Ukraine over $20B, or about 15% of its pre-war GDP, and will take over 10 years, according to the Institute for Economic Research (IER).Ukraine own...

Wednesday, April 2

Trump threatens Russia with secondary sanctions if Putin does not agree to a ceasefire.

Trump threatens Russia with secondary sanctions if Putin does not agree to a ceasefire. During a meeting with reporters at the White House, US President Donald Trump stated that he does not rule out implementing secondary sanctions on countries that purchase Russian oil if Putin “d...

Ukraine has lost about 13% of its housing stock due to the war; restoration efforts are underway.

Ukraine has lost about 13% of its housing stock due to the war; restoration efforts are underway. Following the full-scale invasion of Ukraine by the Russian Federation, approximately 13% of Ukraine’s housing stock was destroyed, as stated by Deputy Minister of Development Natalia Kozlovska....

Finland and Spain are set to increase their defense spending, with Lithuania prepares to join the coalition of the willing in support of Ukraine.

Finland and Spain are set to increase their defense spending, with Lithuania prepares to join the coalition of the willing in support of Ukraine. Finnish President Alexander Stubb announced that Finland will boost its defense spending to 3% of GDP by 2029 to prepare against potential Russian aggression. “This is part of Finland’s co...

Amid negotiations, Russia has increased its attacks along the front and is breaking the terms of the energy truce.

Amid negotiations, Russia has increased its attacks along the front and is breaking the terms of the energy truce. Combat at the front increased noticeably in March, despite ongoing peace talks. Compared to February, the figure increased by approximately 30%, the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine stated. In particula...

Tuesday, April 1

Finland’s President suggests setting a deadline for a ceasefire in Ukraine, stating that the US is losing patience with Russia.

Finland’s President suggests setting a deadline for a ceasefire in Ukraine, stating that the US is losing patience with Russia. During a meeting with Donald Trump, Alexander Stubb emphasized the importance of establishing a clear deadline for achieving peace, proposing April 20 as the optimal date for this action, particularly...

Europe is considering sending aircraft and a naval fleet to Ukraine after the war.

Europe is considering sending aircraft and a naval fleet to Ukraine after the war. France and the UK have suggested that, following the conflict’s end, European troops formed from the coalition of the willing could serve as Ukraine’s security backbone. French leader Emma...

Washington is seeking partners to monitor the ceasefire in Ukraine, particularly in the energy sector and at sea.

Washington is seeking partners to monitor the ceasefire in Ukraine, particularly in the energy sector and at sea. The United States will engage in consultations with Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and several European countries regarding their willingness to oversee the ceasefire, President Zelenskyy stated, addressing Ru...

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...

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