Ukrainian drone makers unveil independent Mavic analogues for military
China's Mavics are widely used on the frontlines for air reconnaissance, as Ukraine pushes for self-sufficient military tech production amid Chinese export restrictions.
Poland seeks UK, France support to secure Ukraine to prevent Kyiv’s concessions under Trump
Poland’s Prime Minister Donald Tusk plans to meet with European leaders, including those from the UK and France, aiming to prevent potential concessions to Russia in a Trump-brokered peace deal.
Ukraine’s defense sector receives $600.6 million boost from Denmark
The deals will bolster Ukraine’s weapons production for its army, focusing on self-propelled artillery, drones, anti-tank systems, and missiles.
Kremlin denies Putin-Trump phone call reported by WP took place
Ukraine's Foreign Ministry denied another part of WP's report that Ukraine was allegedly informed of the call beforehand. Trump's team said they don't comment on "private calls."
Ukraine develops unjammable fiber optic FPV attack drone, catching up to Russia’s innovation
Russians started using a similar technology in August.
Telegraph: Ukraine defense support at risk as German government dissolves
The collapse of Germany’s governing coalition highlights the need for broader European support as Russian forces advance.
Panama cancels registration of four tankers from Russia’s shadow fleet
Panama's Maritime Authority commenced flag cancellation procedures after US sanctions targeted the LNG carriers' Singapore-based operators over connections to Russian gas producer Novatek and sanctions evasion.
Ukrainian drones target Saratov oil refinery in Russia, source says
A security source claims Ukrainian intelligence's drones hit the Saratov oil refinery, a Rosneft plant in Russia, leading to explosions and damage at the facility.
Ukraine to test Estonian-made anti-drone missiles
The Estonian firm Frankenburg Technologies' missiles specifically intended to target and shoot down drones and other low-flying aerial threats at altitudes up to 2 km.
El País: Zelenskyy launches diplomatic push to keep Trump’s support for Ukraine
The Ukrainian leader is focusing on strengthening ties with Trump in coming weeks to secure continued aid amid the Russo-Ukrainian war.
Scholz caused German government crisis by denying Ukraine Taurus missiles, fired minister says
FDP leader Lindner calls for an immediate new election, saying Chancellor Scholz's obstruction of effective military aid for Ukraine led to the collapse of their governing coalition.
ISW: Russian advances recorded near Kupiansk, Svatove, Pokrovsk, Kurakhove, and Vuhledar
Russian forces made incremental gains in eastern Ukraine, while largely unsuccessful assaults continued across all sectors.
Politico: Biden team prepares to rush remaining $6 billion in Ukraine military assistance
Biden administration rushes to transfer aid before President-elect Trump takes power on 20 January 2025 and potentially halts the weapons shipments.
North Korean troops in Russia, Pyongyang denuclearization among topics of Yoon-Trump phone call
The US President-elect and the South Korean leader discussed North Korea's recent nuclear developments, missile launches, and troop deployment to support Russia against Ukraine.