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Wednesday, July 16

Germany will send Patriot air defense systems to Ukraine and is preparing for a potential conflict with Russia in 2029.

Germany will send Patriot air defense systems to Ukraine and is preparing for a potential conflict with Russia in 2029. German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius stated after talks with Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth that Germany and the US will decide within days or weeks on sending two Patriot systems to Ukraine. Once the...

Kallas is disappointed by the 50-day deadline for Russia, and Trump hints at strikes on Moscow.

Kallas is disappointed by the 50-day deadline for Russia, and Trump hints at strikes on Moscow. EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas welcomed Donald Trump’s tougher stance on Russia but said the 50-day ultimatum was “too long” given that Russia is killing civilians in Ukraine ev...

Tuesday, July 15

Trump has given Russia 50 days to reach an agreement with Ukraine and will send American weapons to Kyiv.

Trump has given Russia 50 days to reach an agreement with Ukraine and will send American weapons to Kyiv. US President Donald Trump once again expressed his disappointment with Russia and promised to impose “very tough tariffs” if a peace agreement is not reached soon. “We are very, very...

Turning point in the war: US announces, “record arms flow” to Ukraine and called the upcoming sanctions a “sledgehammer to combat Putin’s economy.”

Turning point in the war: US announces, “record arms flow” to Ukraine and called the upcoming sanctions a “sledgehammer to combat Putin’s economy.” According to Senator Lindsey Graham, a turning point regarding Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is coming, with a “record arms flow” soon heading to Kyiv. “For months, President Tr...

“Ukraine cannot quickly free the occupied territories without significant human casualties. Pressure on it is unacceptable” – Pavel.

“Ukraine cannot quickly free the occupied territories without significant human casualties. Pressure on it is unacceptable” – Pavel. Czech President Petr Pavel stated that the West should not pressure Ukraine to liberate all of the currently occupied areas immediately if it would cause excessive losses. He said support for Ukraine ...

The war is not an obstacle to Ukraine’s membership, and the countries of Southeastern Europe support Ukraine’s path toward the EU and NATO.

The war is not an obstacle to Ukraine’s membership, and the countries of Southeastern Europe support Ukraine’s path toward the EU and NATO. Ukraine has real prospects for progress in joining the EU, even if the war continues, said European Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos. She emphasized that the current hostilities will not hinder ...

Friday, July 11

Kubilius at URC2025: Europe has provided Ukraine with about €54B in defense support during the full-scale war and is preparing new solutions.

Kubilius at URC2025: Europe has provided Ukraine with about €54B in defense support during the full-scale war and is preparing new solutions. Defense support to Ukraine from Europe during the full-scale war amounts to about €54B, or less than 0.1% of the bloc’s GDP, said European Commissioner for Defense Andrius Kubilius on the sideli...

Putin will not sacrifice his objectives in Ukraine to improve relations with Trump and is expected to breach Ukrainian defenses in the upcoming months.

Putin will not sacrifice his objectives in Ukraine to improve relations with Trump and is expected to breach Ukrainian defenses in the upcoming months. Vladimir Putin continues to ignore President Trump’s disappointment and push forward in Ukraine with renewed intensity, ignoring new pressure from the US potentially being applied. The Russian d...

By fall, Russia will be able to launch more than 1,000 drones at a time at Ukraine.

By fall, Russia will be able to launch more than 1,000 drones at a time at Ukraine. Another raid on Kyiv has caused significant damage to infrastructure and killed civilians. The Russian military is increasing its production of kamikaze drones in order to intensify its strikes on Ukr...

Thursday, July 10

Russia has once again escalated its terroristic actions by launching a record number of airstrikes against Ukraine.

Russia has once again escalated its terroristic actions by launching a record number of airstrikes against Ukraine. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz condemned the largest Russian attack on Ukraine to date on the night of July 9. “Diplomacy has exhausted its means and resources. The criminal regime openly ques...

Businesses in Ukraine have lost faith in the war’s end in 2025 but remain optimistic about their prospects.

Businesses in Ukraine have lost faith in the war’s end in 2025 but remain optimistic about their prospects. According to an AmCham survey, 70% of surveyed Ukrainian companies do not expect a ceasefire or significant de-escalation of the war in 2025. At the same time, over the next three years 53% of respond...

Wednesday, July 9

Trump has resumed military aid to Ukraine, pledging additional support.

Trump has resumed military aid to Ukraine, pledging additional support. US President Donald Trump expressed dissatisfaction with Vladimir Putin’s position on the Ukraine conflict and confirmed that the US will supply Ukraine with additional defensive aid. “We ...

Turkey claims that Russia is prepared for a new round of peace talks with Ukraine.

Turkey claims that Russia is prepared for a new round of peace talks with Ukraine. Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan stated that Russia is ready for a third round of negotiations with Ukraine and is awaiting a response from Kyiv. Fidan also mentioned that there are no barriers to...

Ukraine has regained positions and is controlling territory in the Kursk and Belgorod regions of Russia.

Ukraine has regained positions and is controlling territory in the Kursk and Belgorod regions of Russia. The Ukrainian military has retaken positions and is holding territory in the Kursk and Belgorod regions, and the containment of a significant group of Russian troops at the border continues, said Olek...

Monday, July 7

Trump expressed disappointment following his conversation with Putin but praised his dialogue with Zelenskyy as “strategic”.

Trump expressed disappointment following his conversation with Putin but praised his dialogue with Zelenskyy as “strategic”. The US president stated that he was extremely dissatisfied with his July 3 talk with Putin because no progress was made toward ending the war in Ukraine. Trump does not trust Putin’s intentions ...

Immediately after his phone call with Trump, Putin launched the most powerful air strike on Kyiv to date.

Immediately after his phone call with Trump, Putin launched the most powerful air strike on Kyiv to date. President Zelenskyy described it as one of the largest-scale and most cynical strikes, with a total of 550 drones and rockets fired at Ukraine. The primary target was Kyiv, and Ukraine’s defense...

Ukraine retaliates: Russia reports shooting down 120 drones and airport damages.

Ukraine retaliates: Russia reports shooting down 120 drones and airport damages. On July 6, Russia claimed to have neutralized 120 Ukrainian drones overnight. Due to air attack threats, some flights were canceled, disrupting airports. On July 5, Ukrainian Defense Forces targeted t...

Ukraine’s GDP could drop by 22% if it suffers a military defeat and fails to join the EU.

Ukraine’s GDP could drop by 22% if it suffers a military defeat and fails to join the EU. An unprofitable truce for Ukraine would mean becoming dependent on Russia, which would ruin hopes for major reconstruction, a strong economic future, and full national sovereignty. Experts from the Po...

Friday, July 4

Kyiv will request that Washington allow EU countries to purchase American weapons for Ukraine.

Kyiv will request that Washington allow EU countries to purchase American weapons for Ukraine. The decision by the US presidential administration to halt some military aid to Ukraine also impacted weapons already stored in warehouses in Poland. At the time the deliveries were stopped, the inven...

Russian Shaheds have entered a new phase in their war against Ukraine.

Russian Shaheds have entered a new phase in their war against Ukraine. Made based on Iranian blueprints and modified in Russia, Shahed strike drones have become the primary weapon of Russian terror being used against Ukrainian civilians. Since the start of 2025, Russia h...

Thursday, July 3

Although Russia attacks Ukraine daily, Washington has halted the delivery of missiles used in air defense and ammunition to Kyiv.

Although Russia attacks Ukraine daily, Washington has halted the delivery of missiles used in air defense and ammunition to Kyiv. The Pentagon has stopped supplying some air defense missiles and other precision munitions to Ukraine that were promised by Biden administration. The decision was made due to concerns that US arsenals...

Rutte: Kyiv will need continued military support from Washington, which is moving away from the war.

Rutte: Kyiv will need continued military support from Washington, which is moving away from the war. “When it comes to Ukraine in the short term, Ukraine cannot do without all the support it can get. Last week, President Trump and President Zelenskyy discussed this, focusing specifically on air...

Russia pushes deeper into Ukraine as the world is distracted by the Middle East, allowing Russian troops to make the most territorial gains in 18 months.

Russia pushes deeper into Ukraine as the world is distracted by the Middle East, allowing Russian troops to make the most territorial gains in 18 months. While the US and the international community watch the recent escalation between Iran and Israel, Vladimir Putin moved quickly to escalate hostilities in Ukraine. According to analysts, in June Russia...

Wednesday, July 2

NATO expects an escalation on the Ukrainian front this fall and is wary of Russia capturing Odesa.

NATO expects an escalation on the Ukrainian front this fall and is wary of Russia capturing Odesa. Unlike the Trump administration, few in Europe believe Moscow will agree to a ceasefire. One Ukrainian official believes Russia’s main goal now is to seize Odesa, which Putin sees as a historica...

Russia has proposed new conditions for ending the war and accused the US and Ukraine of prolonging peace talks.

Russia has proposed new conditions for ending the war and accused the US and Ukraine of prolonging peace talks. To end the conflict, Russia demands Ukrainian authorities stop training soldiers of the Ukrainian Armed Forces in Western countries. “The participation or complicity of other countries in the mi...

What will happen to Ukraine’s economy if peace is achieved without security guarantees or if the war continues in 2026?

What will happen to Ukraine’s economy if peace is achieved without security guarantees or if the war continues in 2026? The IMF’s baseline scenario assumes the end of Russia’s war against Ukraine by the end of 2025. According to IMF expectations, if peace is reached Ukraine’s economic growth will rise...

Tuesday, July 1

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 ...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Monday, June 23

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...

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

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...

The G7 summit in Canada is underway, amidst rising tensions in the Middle East and controversies over Trump’s tariffs.

The G7 summit in Canada is underway, amidst rising tensions in the Middle East and controversies over Trump’s tariffs. War in Ukraine will be discussed on June 17, with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy set to meet with US President Donald Trump, as confirmed by a White House official to Axios. The two leaders l...

Monday, June 16

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...

Friday, June 13

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

The final communiqué from the upcoming NATO summit does not address Ukraine’s potential membership or military support.

The final communiqué from the upcoming NATO summit does not address Ukraine’s potential membership or military support. The draft communiqué for the NATO summit set for June 24-25 in The Hague is notably concise and largely avoids mentioning Ukraine, concentrating instead on boosting defense spending. This document sta...

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