Ukrainian authorities have detained a brigade commander who allegedly failed to report dozens of desertions from a prestigious French training program.
Ukrainian authorities launched an investigation into the Anna of Kyiv Brigade following reports of inadequate personnel screening, equipment shortages, and desertion cases.
The Danish government has taken a leading role in supporting Ukraine's defense industry, contributing €111 million to strengthen Ukraine's domestic weapons manufacturing.
Ukrainian test pilot reveals French Mirage 2000-5F fighters will primarily launch SCALP missiles against ground targets, working alongside F-16s in a specialized tactical approach. The strategic decision comes as experts acknowledge Russian air superiority capabilities would limit the French jets' effectiveness in direct air combat.
European powers contemplate their largest military deployment to guarantee Ukraine's security, though key questions about mandate and composition remain unresolved.
Meeting with Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha, top European diplomats doubled down on their commitment to Ukraine's victory, promising expanded military aid.
The French President and Polish Prime Minister will discuss the support amid a "new transatlantic context," with Trump set to assume the US presidency next month.
With global leaders converging in Paris, Zelenskyy's attendance at the Notre Dame ceremony opens possibilities for meetings with French President Macron and US elect-president Trump
Currently, there is no official authorization to deploy regular troops or private military companies to Ukraine. However, proposals have been "on the table for several months."
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot signaled Paris's acceptance of Ukrainian strikes into Russia, while carefully avoiding confirmation of specific operations.
French President Emmanuel Macron praised US President Joe Biden's decision to allow Ukraine to strike Russian territory using American long-range missiles, calling it a "good decision" amid escalating tensions fueled by Russia's deployment of North Korean troops.
The statement comes after the French media reported on 17 Nov. that France and Britain allowed Ukraine to strike deep inside Russia using their SCALP/Storm Shadow missiles.