George Simion leads Romania’s presidential election with anti-Ukraine, TikTok-driven campaign
A key NATO ally and Ukraine's lifeline may soon be led by a candidate Kyiv has banned.
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As Putin digs in, Trump approves F-16 training deal for Ukraine
Pentagon greenlit a $310 million package for Ukraine, as peace talks with Russia stall.
Europe is about to take € 3 billion of Russia’s frozen assets. Not for Ukraine—for themselves
For three years, Brussels insisted seizing Russian money was impossible. Turns out it’s not.
Yes, Italy is arming Ukraine — here’s what military aid data shows
Italy has shipped Storm Shadow missiles and SAMP/T air defense systems while pledging $1.5 billion for 2025 along—arming Ukraine with significant firepower while keeping the spotlight off itself.
Bloomberg: France and Italy block € 5B EU ammo fund for Ukraine as larger € 40B plan stalls too
What began as a €40 billion military aid proposal has dwindled to a €5 billion ammunition fund that now also faces uncertain prospects.
Trump won’t restart military aid to Ukraine—and no peace talks will change that
When Trump cut off intelligence sharing and weapons deliveries to Ukraine, administration officials insisted it was leverage for peace negotiations. The evidence tells a different story.
“Defend yourself by yourself.” Telegraph predicts Zelenskyy will leave EU summit with warm words, not troops
As Ukraine faces uncertainty over US support, Zelenskyy turned to Europe for stronger security guarantees. The EU summit might leave him disappointed.
“We are at a crossroads in history.” Starmer outlines four Ukraine commitments after emergency London summit
The UK and 18 other nations have pledged to form a "coalition of the willing" to protect Ukraine and maintain peace.
“The one who started the war must pay.” Ukraine to use UK $ 3 billion loan for weapons production, with Russian assets to cover costs
Following a difficult meeting with President Trump, Zelenskyy found a warmer reception in London.
US military support to Ukraine hangs in balance after White House meeting – western media
President Trump ordered a review of ongoing weapons deliveries to Ukraine after a heated Oval Office meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy ended with Trump telling the Ukrainian delegation to leave.
Forbes: Sweden, Lithuania, and Ireland send Ukraine a highly mobile air defense system that needs only three soldiers
Saab's lightweight air defense system integrates a portable missile launcher, radar, and gun, deployable in minutes.
Belgium delays F-16 deliveries—Ukraine must wait for at least another year
Despite the critical role of air support for Ukraine, Belgian defense officials cite delays in US F-35 deliveries as the main reason for postponing the transfer of F-16s.
Ukraine’s F-16s deploy US missiles adapted to defeat Russian air tactics, TWZ reports
Recent photos show Ukrainian pilots using short-range Sidewinder and long-range AMRAAM missiles, effectively countering Russia’s R-37M standoff tactics.
Ukraine cut Russia’s artillery advantage from 10:1 to 2:1, Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi says
"I know that Ukrainian soldiers are exhausted," writes Syrskyi in a detailed Facebook post marking his first year in command. Yet, despite ongoing supply challenges, he emphasized significant military gains over the past year.
Politico: US Defense Secretary Hegseth to attend NATO Ukraine meeting, but no new arms expected
Over 50 defense ministers gather in Brussels next week amid uncertainty over American military support for Ukraine, while Britain steps into Washington's traditional leadership role.
Forbes: Ukrainian Leopard 1A5 tank survives 8 Russian drone strikes, shows armor upgrades work
Ukrainian engineers have transformed 1980s-era Leopard tanks with explosive reactive armor and anti-drone netting, addressing critical vulnerabilities in modern combat.
“Weapons keep flowing to Ukraine, thank God” Zelenskyy says as US reportedly halts civilian aid
Amid reports that the US has frozen civilian aid to Ukraine for 90 days, President Zelenskyy confirmed that military assistance remains uninterrupted.
How Trump can win Ukraine to save America’s future
A resilient, well-armed Ukraine could anchor US-European defense for decades.
Netherlands pledges 20 million euros to strengthen Ukrainian energy network
This aid package, combined with additional NATO support, reflects the Dutch government's broader commitment to maintaining robust Western assistance for Ukraine as the conflict approaches its third year.
Ukraine faces critical military reform challenge as desertions soar past 100,000
New promising policies allow unit transfers and civilian promotions, but ineffective mobilization rules remain unchanged.
