Vance says Russia must have a voice in security guarantees talks for Ukraine
US Vice President believes excluding Russia from these talks would undermine any realistic path to ending the killing.
Canada commits $ 1 billion in drones, armor, and ammunition for Ukraine — delivery expected in September
Prime Minister Mark Carney specified that this sum will fund immediate weapons procurement, with additional tens of millions allocated for bomb shelters and cybersecurity assistance.
Norway and Germany to finance two American Patriot air defense systems for Ukraine amid Russian missile threat
The joint purchase operates within the new mechanism in which Europe finances American-manufactured systems aimed for Ukraine.
German investigators: four bombs weighing up to 27 kg each destroyed Nord Stream gas pipelines 80 meters underwater
Placing bombs required specialized diving equipment and explosives expertise that points to military-level planning, German prosecutors stated.
Marines raise Ukrainian flag on National Flag Day in liberated Donetsk settlement
The recapture of Zelenyi Hai comes amid broader Russian advance on the Donetsk front line.
Ukrainian drones strike Russian port and oil refinery in coordinated attack on war-funding infrastructure [updated]
The attack focused on energy facilities processing petroleum products for military use.
Russia awards Order of Courage to American killed fighting against Ukraine. His mom is CIA official.
The 21-year-old son of CIA deputy director had grown increasingly angry with American policies, moved to Russia, and signed a military contract in 2023. He died in 2024 near Bakhmut.
Trump blames Biden’s policy that allowed Ukraine only to defend itself and not fight back properly
The US president used a sports analogy of banning offensive plays to criticize Biden's restrictions of strikes with American weapons, arguing that defensive capabilities alone cannot achieve victory.
SBU: Ukraine arrests Russian spy inside marine brigade on active front. He directed strikes on Ukrainian bases
The accused commander leaked geolocations of his own unit to help Russian forces correct their targeting, while simultaneously attempting to recruit other Ukrainian soldiers for Moscow's intelligence network.
Russian attack on Sumy university burnt 15,000 books — third strike since 2022
The previous attack in April destroyed 45,000 volumes in the university's congress center and killed 35 people.
Ukraine releases footage of drone strike on seasoned Russian general with war crime charges. He lost arm and leg.
While Ukraine filed charges against Abatchev, documenting his participation in combat operations across multiple Luhansk Oblast settlements, Russia awarded him "Hero" titles.
Coalition of the willing: 10 countries ready to send forces to Ukraine after ceasefire. French and British leading.
Meanwhile, the US under Trump ruled out US ground troops for Ukraine, offering instead air support.
Politico: European leaders support Trump’s Russia talks while expecting them to fail and expose Putin’s true intentions
They plan to use that failure to push for much tougher sanctions on Russia.
Russia weaponizes civilian 4G networks with new reconnaissance-strike drone
Unlike traditional military drones that rely on radio frequencies, the new aircraft exploits civilian telecommunications infrastructure that most militaries avoid disrupting to prevent collateral damage.