EU ready to take charge in Ukraine aid as US stance on future support remains unclear under Trump
The EU’s top diplomat reassures allies of Europe’s resolve as concerns mount about a potential US policy shift under the Trump administration.
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Austin: Russia relying on N. Korea, Iran as war costs mount
Pentagon chief added that in order to hold its gains in Ukraine Russia would need "substantial forces."
AP: Biden Administration prepares final Ukraine aid package before Trump takes office
"Pentagon officials reveal plans to fast-track significant military aid from remaining $4 billion congressional allocation, aiming to deliver critical weapons to Ukraine before the presidential transition in January.
US announces new military aid to Ukraine “in the coming days”
A new US military assistance package for Ukraine will be announced within days, following the recent $400 million allocation on 21 October
Austin: Putin cannot defeat Ukraine, even with North Korean support
North Korean troops wearing Russian uniforms and using Russian equipment have been spotted near Ukraine, US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said
Pentagon chief announces $ 400 mn aid package during Kyiv visit
The United States allocated a new $400 million aid package to Ukraine, focusing on ammunition, military equipment, and weapons.
Austin makes unannounced trip to Kyiv, affirming US support
US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin's surprise visit to Kyiv on 21 Oct. comes as questions arise about the long-term sustainability of Western support for Ukraine's war effort.
US reaffirms support for Ukraine’s military actions in Russia
US continues supporting Ukraine's military operations in Russia, the Pentagon says. Ukrainian forces aim to damage Russian logistics, drain reserves, and create a buffer zone in Kursk.
US Defense Secretary: Allies pledge Ukraine $95 bn worth of weapons since beginning of the war
Allies have committed over $95 billion worth of weapons to Ukraine since Russia's February 2022 invasion, U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said at the 22nd Ramstein's meeting
Germany to purchase HIMARS systems from US for Ukraine
During German Defense Minister visit to the US, US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin said that Germany, with $7.7 billion in aid for Ukraine in 2024, is the second-largest donor after the USA.
US Defense Secretary announces a $6 billion military aid package for Ukraine
Purchased from manufacturers within the Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative, this part of the equipment will not arrive immediately.
Ukraine’s defense minister discusses air defense needs with Pentagon chief
Ukraine's defense minister speaks with the Pentagon chief, emphasizing the urgent requirement to reinforce Ukraine's air defense system to address the evolving military situation.
Reuters: Russia restoring oil refining capacity idled by Ukrainian drones
Russia has swiftly repaired critical oil refineries targeted by Ukrainian drones, reducing idled capacity to about 10% from nearly 14% at the end of March, according to Reuters calculations.
“US will not let Ukraine fail,” Austin pledges in Ramstein
"Ukraine's survival is in danger," US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said. "Our allies and partners continue to step up, the United States must also," he added.
Ukraine’s new commander joins Ramstein meeting for the first time
As Russia intensifies its offensive in eastern Ukraine, the Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces attends the meeting of the contact group on Ukraine’s defense in the Ramstein format, seeking urgent support from over 50 allies.
US Defense Secretary urges Ramstein Group to “dig deep” on Ukraine support
Austin urged partners to send additional interceptors to counter Russia's air attacks while NATO head pledged long-term backing; Spain, Canada, Germany unveiled new military aid offerings.
Zelenskyy: Ukraine to receive new defense package from US
"There is a new defense package for our country from the United States. I am grateful for it. In particular, there will be more artillery – shells that are needed right now," Zelenskyy said in his address following the meeting.
US Defense Secretary Austin makes his second unannounced visit to Kyiv
On an unexpected trip to Kyiv, US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin emphasizes America's sustained support for Ukraine's fight against Russia amid military aid funding challenges.
ATACMS have significant impact on the battlefield, Ukraine’s Defense Minister says
Rustem Umerov and Lloyd Austin discussed Russia's aggression against Ukraine in a phone call.
US to spearhead Ukrainian pilot training on F-16 fighter jets
The US will lead a collaborative effort with the Netherlands and Denmark to train Ukrainian pilots on F-16 fighter jets, the US Defense Secretary says.