Biden signs $95 billion war aid measure with aid for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan
The announcement marks an end to the standoff over military aid for Ukraine in the US Congress.
Reuters: US has no immediate sanctions plan for China, sources say
Today, US Secretary of State Blinken is starting three days of talks with senior Chinese officials in Shanghai and Beijing, during which he will personally warn China of potential economic measures after reports found it has been supporting Russia's defense industry with vital comptonents.
Media: UN Security Council to vote on resolution against space weapons amid reports of Russia’s nuclear threat
In a potential face-off at the UN Security Council, the US and Russia are poised to debate the deployment of nuclear weapons in space, with the US proposing a resolution urging countries to prevent an arms race beyond Earth's orbit.
Ukrainian Army repel 50 Russian attacks over last day
Most of the assaults were concentrated on four different fronts.
EurActiv: Czechia warns of Russian intelligence threat in Europe after arrest of spies in Germany
Czechia will again propose restricting the movement of Russian diplomats in the Schengen area, Czech Foreign Minister Jan…
Former US Special Representative for Ukraine Volker calles on US for swift action on fresh aid bill for Kyiv
Former US Special Representative for Ukraine Negotiations Kurt Volker has called on the US to have strategic clarity…
Reuters: After Ukraine receives boost from US aid, questions arise over 2025 support
The US is set to send $60 billion in military aid to Ukraine after a long delay. While this assistance will strengthen Ukraine's military, it comes later than expected.
Media: Investigation reveals Knauf’s role in Mariupol construction, prompting exit from Russia
The move comes after reports that Russian occupation authorities are attempting to conceal their crimes in Mariupol, devastated by Russian attacks.
Intelligence chief Budanov says psychological mistake led to Russian Mi-8 pilot assassination
Russian pilot Maxim Kuzminov, known for flying a Mi-8 helicopter from Russia to Ukraine, was killed in Spain in 2024.
Ukrainian law enforcement arrests two soldiers suspected in attack on police in Vinnytsia Oblast
The incident occurred on 20 April when police officers stopped a vehicle with two men for inspection.
The Telegraph: Vehicles pledged to Ukraine by London’s mayor found stranded in Surrey field
The vehicles will stay in the UK for some time due to regulations regarding campaigning for the London mayoral election.
RFE/RL: Prague activists rally for EU military aid to Ukraine in symbolic performance
The demonstration was held in Old Town Square to support Estonia's proposal to allocate at least 0.25% of each EU member state's GDP to held Ukraine in its struggle against Russian occupiers.
The Hill: Senator Graham warns Russia’s ambitions extend beyond Ukraine’s borders
His remarks came after the House passed a significant foreign aid bill, including substantial funding for Ukraine, Israel, and allies in the Indo-Pacific. The bill now heads to the Senate for expected approval.
Russia targets Ukrainian port, destroying grain storage and goods for Asia and Africa
For the third day in a row, Ukrainian Emergency Service employees have been eliminating the consequences of the assault.