Russian offensive attacks surge 19% in May while attempts of peace talks continue
On 4 May, Russian forces launched a record 269 assault operations — the highest number of attacks recorded in a single day this year.
German long-range Taurus missiles for Ukraine “within realm of possibility,” Chancellor says. But hesitation continues.
Friedrich Merz emphasized that the weapons system requires several months of soldier training that could make deliveries ineffective in the near term.
Dutch defense chief seeks to include Zelenskyy to June NATO summit in The Hague
Minister Ruben Brekelmans stated though that Zelenskyy's participation would likely occur outside the main session with all 32 member states.
Ukraine intelligence: Russia can theoretically mobilize 25 million people. Only 3 million would be combat ready
Since the full-scale invasion began, Moscow mobilized 1.3 million troops and nearly one million of Russian soldiers were killed or wounded during this time, while the Kremlin remains committed to the war of attrition in Ukraine.
Russian war goal: to create “unified state” including Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, says Kremlin official
Russian Defense Committee member linked the war in Ukraine to broader "Russian world" narratives, which reflect the country's imperialism.
US senators demand return of abducted Ukrainian children before any peace deal reached
The bipartisan resolution declared that Russia's systematic abduction of Ukrainian minors constitutes an attempt to "erase the Ukrainian nation and identity."
EU transfers € 1 billion to Ukraine from frozen Russian assets for aggressor to pay for destruction
The transfer emerges from a G7-led initiative, which aims to eventually provide approximately $50 billion in assistance to Ukraine using interest from $280 billion in frozen Russian funds.
Greece refuses to transfer Patriot air defense systems to Ukraine
Greece operates both American Patriots and Soviet-origin air defense systems but refuses to supply any, citing domestic defense needs.
US senate majority backs 500% Russian energy tariffs to pressure Kremlin into peace deal
Senator Lindsey Graham is leading a bipartisan effort to pass legislation that would impose a 500% tariff on imports from nations buying Russian oil, gas, or uranium, particularly China, India, and Iran.
US Waltz labels Ukraine “one of the most corrupt” countries, criticizes minerals deal approach
US National Security Advisor once again reminded of a "missed opportunity" to sign the agreement during an Oval Office meeting, citing Zelenskyy's confrontational approach.