Ukraine to receive six Mirage 2000-5F fighters from France by mid-2025
A French legislator disclosed this figure in his budget review.
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France to send Ukraine new batch of SCALP and Mistral missiles
Defense Minister Sébastien Lecornu authorized a new package of long-range and air defense missiles for Ukraine.
French president reaches out to Trump after US election victory
The Élysée Palace reports that Emmanuel Macron and Donald Trump agreed to continue dialogue on Ukraine and Middle East conflicts during their post-election conversation.
Russo-Ukrainian war, day 981: Kyiv reveals only 10% of US aid reached Ukraine
Meanwhile, Ukrainian military intelligence said North Korean soldiers in Russian uniforms are preparing for frontline combat operations.
France to train and outfit another Ukrainian brigade with equipment, Zelenskyy says
Ukraine has secured an agreement with France for additional military aid, equipping a second brigade with French weapons.
Bloomberg: France and Germany skeptical of plan to override Hungary’s veto on Ukraine aid
The European standoff leaves more than €6 billion in military assistance hanging in the balance, as the Russo-Ukrainian War approaches its third year.
French retail giant Auchan negotiates final terms for Russia departure
French hypermarket chain Auchan has found local buyers for its Russian operations and entered final negotiations for market exit, per French media.
Reuters: Ukrainian corn seed exports to EU surge amid wartime trade shifts
Ukraine’s corn seed exports to the EU rose to $121 million in 2023, up from $22 million in 2021, though European farmers fear increased competition.
La Tribune: France to deliver three Mirage 2000-5 fighters to Ukraine in early 2025
The aircraft will be equipped with advanced weaponry, including Scalp cruise missiles and AASM precision bombs for air-to-ground combat missions.
France converts € 300 million of frozen Russian assets into Caesar howitzers for Ukraine
Paris will finance 12 Caesar howitzers along with critical military hardware.
French minister warns of escalation as North Korea may join Russia’s war
The possible deployment of North Korean soldiers to aid Russia in Ukraine has prompted responses from European officials, with France's top diplomat suggesting it indicates Russia's military challenges.
France announces support for child rehabilitation centers in Ukraine
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha welcomed France's active role in child repatriation efforts during a joint press conference with his French counterpart in Kyiv.
10 honest facts about the Russo-Ukrainian war from top general Zaluzhnyi
Former Ukrainian military chief Valerii Zaluzhnyi warns of a growing authoritarian alliance threatening global democracy, urging NATO to adapt to new warfare realities.
Zelenskyy: US, Germany, France, and Italy seek unity on allowing Ukraine to strike inside Russia
As Ukraine works to neutralize Russia’s drone and missile threats, approval for such operations remains critical to its defense strategy.
France successfully tests new kamikaze drone, Ukraine delivery imminent
The drone, reportedly based on the civilian Delair Tech UX11, is set to be delivered to Ukraine and French forces in the coming weeks.
Politico: France set to miss $ 3,2 bn mark for Ukraine aid
France's efforts to support Ukraine militarily are being hampered by domestic economic pressures, including a potential 6 percent GDP deficit.
France to transfer up to 20 Mirage 2000 jets to Ukraine in 2025, media says
The aircraft are being upgraded from air-policing to multi-role combat capabilities.
Olympic champion from Ukraine Mahuchikh demands exclusion of Russian athletes from international competitions
Olympic champion Yaroslava Mahuchikh, speaking at the 18th Council of Europe Sports Ministers Conference, urged Europe to ban Russian athletes from international competitions. She highlighted the tragic loss of over 487 Ukrainian athletes and coaches in the war and called attention to the destruction of over 500 sports facilities as a result of Russian aggression.
France begins training Ukrainian Anna of Kyiv Brigade, pledges equipment support
2,300 Ukrainian soldiers are undergoing training in infantry combat, armored warfare, and air defense as part of a comprehensive military program.
France to deliver upgraded Mirage 2000 fighters to Ukraine in 2025
The upgrades will include enhancing their air-to-ground combat capabilities and electronic warfare systems, as per France's Defense Minister.