Poland won’t intercept Russian missiles over Ukraine, despite security pact provision
A Ukraine-Poland security deal signed on July 8 in Warsaw includes a provision for Poland to intercept Russian missiles and drones over Ukraine.
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Biden promises new measures to strengthen Ukraine’s air defense amid Russian deadly attack on Kyiv’s hospital
The United States will unveil new measures to protect Ukrainian cities from Russian attacks, President Biden said ahead of a meeting with President Zelenskyy.
Ukraine wants Poland to protect its skies near Ukraine’s border
As Ukraine's path to NATO membership remains uncertain, Ukrainian officials seek alternative defense measures from allies.
Germany bolsters Ukraine’s air defense against Russian missiles with third Patriot system
As Russia persists in its bombardment of Ukrainian civilians and energy infrastructure across various oblasts, German Ambassador to Ukraine announced that Germany delivered a third Patriot air defense system to Ukraine and that the Ukrainian military personnel completed their training to operate it in Germany.
Kuleba: Ukraine needs more long-range missiles, air defense, ammunition to eliminate Russian aerial bomb threat
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba outlined two key decisions that could change the battlefield dynamics: permission to use Western weapons to strike Russian military targets and increased ammunition supplies from partners, to protect Ukraine from Russian guided bomb attacks.
Blinken: New air defense systems for Ukraine to be announced before NATO summit
Despite Ukraine's ongoing requests for air defense systems since Russia's invasion 2.5 years ago, Kharkiv, Odesa, and Dnipro still face relentless shelling.
Ukraine downs 10/10 Russian Shahed drones
Ukrainian Air Force intercepted Russian drones over 6 regions.
Kurt Volker: If Ukraine can’t join NATO until war ends, Putin will continue war
Former US diplomat Kurt Volker warns that delaying Ukraine's NATO membership only invites Putin to prolong the war. He outlines a bold strategy, including immediate NATO membership for Ukraine and a $500 billion lend-lease program to ensure uninterrupted support.
WSJ: Russian sabotage groups suspected for arson attack on plant producing air defense systems for Ukraine
The fire, which erupted in early May, resulted in substantial financial losses estimated in tens of millions of euros for Diehl, the Germany's plant.
Zelenskyy announced new agreements on air defense systems
According to the President of Ukraine, the next weeks will be productive for Ukraine, as the country is working on the delivery of more air defense systems.
Netherlands to provide Patriot air defense system to Ukraine
The Netherlands' Defense Ministry has refused to disclose the exact timeline for delivering the Patriot missile defense system to Ukraine, aiming to keep the information confidential from Russia.
WSJ: Ukraine to receive Patriot and NASAMS interceptors directly from US production line in next 16 months, sources say
The Biden administration will expedite the delivery of air-defense interceptors to Ukraine by halting shipments to allied nations, prioritizing Ukraine's urgent defense needs amid ongoing Russian attacks on its energy infrastructure and the Kharkiv offensive.
FT: US to redirect Patriot air defense orders to Ukraine until it has enough to defend itself
Systems destined for other countries will be diverted to help Kyiv protect its cities and critical infrastructure, with the US government set to halt all open orders until Ukraine has enough to defend itself from Russia’s air attacks.
Ukraine Defense Contact Group to discuss strengthening air defense and drone coalition in Brussels, says Lloyd Austin
The members of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group aim to provide robust support to Ukraine.
Norway to send $ 258 million to bolster Ukraine’s air defense
Norway will contribute €125 ($134) million out of €240 ($258) million to a joint initiative with Germany, Denmark, and the Netherlands, aimed to provide Ukraine with 100 Patriot missiles.
Ukraine’s SSO special operations forces destroyed advanced Russian radar “Kasta-2E2” with drone (video)
Ukrainian Special Operations Forces successfully targeted the advanced Russian "Kasta-2E2" radar with a drone as part of ongoing operations against Russia's air defense assets.
Ukraine’s power grid teeters on brink: 70% generation lost to Russian strikes
The $400 million in Western aid pales in comparison to the $12.5 billion in damages Russia inflicted on Ukraine's grid amid air defense shortage.
Germany to send infantry fighting vehicles, sniper rifles, and drones to Ukraine, minister announced
During a surprise visit to Odesa on May 30, German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius announced a new military aid package worth €500 million to support Ukraine.
Poland and Greece call EU to establish common air shield for Ukraine
In a letter to the European Commission, Donald Tusk and Kyriakos Mitsotakis called for a common European air shield amid growing concerns over missile threats.
Russia kills 7 people in attack on Kharkiv, Zelenskyy urges more air defense
Russians targeted a large printing enterprise in Kharkiv, resulting in the deaths of seven employees and injuring around twenty others.
