Benjamin Murdoch

Recent Russian assaults on Ukraine used over 500 drones and multiple missiles, testing the limits of Ukraine’s air defenses and causing damage across dozens of locations.

Moscow recruits approximately 35,000 contract servicemen monthly, maintaining troop levels despite heavy battlefield casualties, Ukrainian intelligence reports.

Overnight, Russia launched one of its largest aerial assaults on Ukraine, killing four and wounding dozens while striking multiple cities.

“First they littered the region with explosives and mines; now they are killing people who risk their lives clearing our land from the consequences of Russia’s invasion.”

Ukraine is expanding interceptor crews and radar coverage to strengthen defenses against Russian attack drones.

Reporters Without Borders warns that the harsh sentences send a chilling signal to other detained journalists in occupied Ukraine.

Coalition of the Willing nations agreed to provide security guarantees for Ukraine, coordinating military support and long-term defense planning in the event of a ceasefire.

Kyiv will gain additional long-range weaponry to disrupt Russian supply lines and strengthen its operational reach.

Humanitarian crews face a dual threat in liberated areas, working to clear mines while under the risk of Russian missile strikes.

Ukraine is expanding underground schools in frontline regions, giving children safe spaces to continue learning despite the ongoing war.

The talks will follow preparatory work by Western officials, aiming to provide security guarantees to Ukraine and increase pressure on Russia to achieve a ceasefire.

Developed amid restrictions on Western missiles, the upgraded Palianytsia gives Ukraine a domestic, long-range tool to hit targets deep behind Russian lines.

The UK’s announcement comes as Europe steps up economic pressure on Russia, with coordinated measures aimed at limiting Moscow’s oil revenue and supporting Ukraine amid ongoing conflict.

Stubb said US coordination is key, but a ceasefire in Ukraine remains unlikely.