Poland plans to triple defense budget to record $55 billion, while learning drone defense from Ukraine
Warsaw also urges NATO allies to reach 5% GDP defense spending by 2030.
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New front opens for unexpected category of Ukrainians — yet joining remains choice, not command
Volunteers can sign one-year contracts after health checks.
Russian drones crash into Poland — but real target is Western support for Kyiv
Fear and propaganda hit harder than drones as the Kremlin tests NATO’s willingness to defend Kyiv.
Antidepressant sales jump 36% in Russia
Putin's electronic conscription system has inadvertently created a pharmaceutical boom, with Russian citizens spending over $100 million on anxiety medications
How AI is revolutionizing modern warfare: 5 technologies you should know
5 groundbreaking AI technologies already in service or entering operational use, showcasing examples of how science fiction is quickly becoming military reality
Frontline report: Putin’s helicopter dodges friendly fire as Ukrainian drone swarm engulfs Moscow
Russian air defenses fired wildly into Moscow's skies, nearly downing their own president's helicopter.
Ten nations forge Ukraine’s marines into Europe’s ultimate fighting force
Once a Soviet-style force, Ukraine’s marines now drill with NATO’s best — preparing for battles that will decide Europe’s eastern frontier.
Ukraine takes old Soviet missile—then hits Russian bomber 308 km away
Old arsenal, new tricks
Ukraine launches automated biological material storage system for military
Ukraine has begun automating the storage of military personnel's biological samples to help identify missing or deceased soldiers.
Russia builds up military presence near Finland’s border – WSJ
Russia is constructing new military facilities and expanding troop presence along Finland's border at a pace that has alarmed Western military officials.
Bloomberg: US to demand Russia recognize Ukraine’s right to build military autonomy in peace negotiations
US envoy Steve Witkoff will press Vladimir Putin to abandon demands for Ukrainian demilitarization during upcoming negotiations, according to sources familiar with the peace talks.
Russian army losses in Ukraine exceeded 925,000 troops, Ukraine’s military says
British intelligence estimates that Russia suffered approximately 90,000 casualties in Ukraine since January 2025 alone, supporting Ukrainian claims of high Russian losses.
Ukraine allows military personnel to pursue higher education while serving under new defense ministry reforms
Defense Minister Rustem Umerov's initiative enables soldiers to study at universities without suspending their duties, particularly benefiting young recruits enlisted under the "Contract 18-24" program.
Ukraine’s 980,000-strong military gets green light for foreign deployments
Ukraine's parliament overwhelmingly supported the measure allowing its 980,000 troops to train and operate abroad.
Bakhmut defender Hnatov takes command of Ukraine’s General staff amid military restructuring
Major General Hnatov, veteran of Bakhmut and Kherson operations, takes Ukraine's top military post with orders to implement corps-based reforms while ensuring combat brigades meet frontline needs.
Teams from over 20 Ukrainian defense startups completed education program in Silicon Valley
Ukraine’s defense startups gain Silicon Valley mentorship via SRI International, accelerating military tech innovation with US expertise and investment potential.
Zelenskyy approves new law that simplifies citizenship for military families
This initiative is specifically designed to address the needs of foreign volunteers fighting for Ukraine and their families.
Ukraine introduces new domestic drone Hromylo for military operations
The Hromylo UAV system offers enhanced operational flexibility for front-line units.
US State Dep: Biden’s Ukraine military aid should meet needs through 2025
The State Department confirmed that current US military aid to Ukraine should meet the country's defense needs through 2025.
US announces new $ 500 million military aid package for Ukraine
A new US military aid package includes everything from HIMARS munitions to mine-resistant vehicle