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Ambassador: EU to use Danish model to channel € 1 billion from frozen Russian assets into Ukrainian defense industry

Following Denmark's successful model of directly funding Ukrainian arms manufacturers, the European Union will redirect the funds to boost Ukraine's domestic defense industry.

byOlena Mukhina

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Defense representatives from over 50 countries meet in Brussels to discuss Ukraine’s aid as Healey calls 2025 “critical” for Kyiv

UK Defense Secretary John Healey declares 2025 "critical" for Ukraine at NATO Headquarters meeting.

byOlena Mukhina

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“Give Ukrainian defense companies more money”: Denmark’s direct procurement model shows path for European security

The integration of Ukraine's battle-tested defense industry with European technological expertise could create mutual benefits beyond the current war, addressing Europe's production shortfalls while ensuring Ukraine's long-term security independence.

byOlena Mukhina

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Ukrainian PM pushes to accelerate Ukraine’s integration into € 150 billion EU defense fund

Ukraine's push for participation in joint EU defense production comes as the country faces critical artillery shell shortages and continued Russian escalation, including recent deadly strikes on civilians that killed children in Kryvyi Rih.

byOlena Mukhina

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US warns EU against excluding American companies from € 150 billion defense initiative which can supply Ukraine with weapons

US officials press European countries to maintain access for American defense companies as EU plans €150 billion ReArm initiative that could limit participation of non-EU firms amid growing transatlantic tensions.

byOlena Mukhina

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The gist

RUSI: Europe losing defense production race to Russia, Ukraine could turn tide

European defense production has failed to meet targets despite significant funding. But Ukraine's ability to manufacture weapons at a fraction of Western costs presents a strategic opportunity.

byAlya Shandra

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Hungary’s referendum on Ukraine’s EU membership masks domestic economic troubles, says Ukrainian official

A senior Ukrainian parliamentarian claims Orbán's government is using foreign policy maneuvers to distract Hungarian voters from inflation and economic difficulties, while Polish diplomats work behind the scenes to prevent Budapest from derailing Ukraine's EU integration process.

byOlena Mukhina

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American defense companies plan European production shift to bypass US weapons restrictions

Facing mounting challenges from restrictive US trade policies, major defense manufacturers are exploring European production alternatives to maintain global competitiveness and support international defense needs.

byOlena Mukhina

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EU vows to maintain Russia sanctions until war in Ukraine fully ends

EU firmly commits to maintaining sanctions against Russia until Ukraine war concludes, rejecting Moscow's attempts to negotiate sanction removal.

byOlena Mukhina

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ISW: Details of ceasefire agreements on Black Sea, energy strikes remain unclear

Russia and Ukraine exchanged accusations of ceasefire violations, while Moscow rejected Trump’s suggestion of US control of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant.

byYuri Zoria

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EU unlikely to send peacekeepers to Ukraine without US security backing

Europe recalibrates Ukraine support strategy, moving away from direct peacekeeping toward alternative diplomatic and strategic approaches.

byOlena Mukhina

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Analysis

Is Europe ready for Trump’s next Ukraine aid pause?

European factories would need decades to match what American aid delivers in months.

byLiam Coyle

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EU bypasses Orbán’s veto to reaffirm support for Ukraine’s sovereignty

Hungary's veto power remains a significant obstacle for future EU decisions on Ukraine, requiring unanimous agreement in upcoming showdowns.

byYuri Zoria

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Heathrow airport grounds 1,300 daily flights following suspected Russian attack on London’s power grid

Counter-terrorism police are investigating possible Russian intelligence involvement in the Hayes substation fire that has paralyzed Britain's busiest airport amid a pattern of similar sabotage attacks across NATO countries targeting critical infrastructure.

byOlena Mukhina

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Expert: EU integrates Ukraine into European defense framework with € 150 billion investment

The European Commission's new defense strategy transforms Ukraine from aid recipient to security partner, with €150 billion allocated to fast-track defense capabilities and industrial cooperation.

byOlena Mukhina

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UK, EU discuss seizing Russian assets to increase Ukraine military funding

UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy and EU diplomat Kaja Kallas will meet in London on 18 March to discuss boosting European defense funding.

byYuri Zoria

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Italy, Spain hesitant on EU’s € 40 bn Ukraine military aid proposal

Despite strong backing from northern and eastern Europe, Italy and Spain have raised concerns over Kaja Kallas' military aid plan.

byYuri Zoria

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NATO military chiefs meet in Paris without US to plan rapid response force for Ukraine

Nearly all NATO members except the US gather in Paris to discuss creating international security forces with heavy weaponry that could rapidly deploy to Ukraine if Russia violates a future ceasefire agreement.

byOlena Mukhina

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Analysis

Europe needs just 0.2% of GDP to counter Russia’s Ukraine war spending

With this minuscule fraction of their economic might, European nations could match Russia's $135 billion war spending and potentially turn the tide of the conflict within two years, according to a new Tony Blair Institute report urging immediate action.

byAlya Shandra

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Politico: EU plans for fresh Ukraine refugee wave amid Trump threats

The German interior minister said a Ukrainian refugee distribution plan across the EU is needed in the case of further Russian escalation.

byYuri Zoria