Starmer vows UK’s “full part” in potential Ukraine peacekeeping
He stresses that Russia's war is not just about Ukrainian sovereignty but also impacts the UK, particularly British values, freedom, democracy, and the cost of living.
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Polish President calls for NATO to extend immediate invitation to Ukraine
Duda stressed that a formal invitation could be extended now, while adding that full membership is not feasible during active combat operations.
Boris Johnson: Ukraine’s problem cannot be resolved without long-term NATO membership
"I don’t hear anyone saying that when this catastrophe ends, NATO membership should be the solution for Ukraine. I think that’s a big mistake," Johnson said.
Zelenskyy proposes Trump buying US weapons with frozen Russian assets
Ukraine's leader believes the US President-elect can end the Russo-Ukrainian war, because Putin "is afraid of him."
Majority of Ukrainians still reject territorial deals, but strict opposition declines, poll reveals
Ukrainian public opinion shows a slight shift toward considering territorial compromises, though most still oppose giving up any territory.
Western leaders should stop speculating about Ukraine’s defeat, Polish PM Tusk urges
The Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk met President Zelenskyy in Lviv to discuss bilateral relations, military support, and historical issues.
Ex-NATO chief warns Trump not to make Ukraine his Afghanistan
Rasmussen warns Trump against making Ukraine a geopolitical loss, urging support for Ukraine's military efforts, NATO membership, and more defense spending for NATO member states.
Zelenskyy top aide meets Trump advisers to discuss war settlement with Russia – media
Ukraine's delegation led by Yermak held talks on the Ukraine-Russia war, possibly seeking NATO membership, and continued US support, WSJ and Reuters report.
US, Germany “not ready” to invite Ukraine to NATO, alliance source says
Meanwhile, Hungary and Slovakia, under pro-Russian leadership, oppose extending a NATO invitation to Ukraine, the source says.
NATO chief Rutte stresses more weapons for Ukraine, less talk on peace process
The NATO Secretary General suggested the West should focus on strengthening Kyiv’s position before Ukraine considers peace talks with Russia.
Ukraine won’t accept anything less than NATO membership after failed Budapest Memorandum, Kyiv says
Kyiv urges NATO signatories, including the US and UK, to provide clear, binding security guarantees in light of Russia’s aggression.
Zelenskyy insists Ukraine seeks full NATO membership, including occupied territories
He urged NATO ministers to support full Ukrainian membership, rejecting territorial exclusions, while expressing hope for US influence despite German and Hungarian skepticism.
Zelenskyy confirms first North Korean soldier deaths in Russia
Ukraine estimates around 12,000 North Korean soldiers in western Russia, with confirmed casualties highlighting the Russo-Ukrainian war's growing international scope.
Ukraine and NATO finalize establishment plan for joint training center
A Ukraine-NATO meeting in Bydgoszcz, Poland finalized the JATEC plan, establishing a joint military analysis, training, and education institution by 2025.
Finland’s Valtonen opposes “Finlandization” solution for Ukraine peace
The Finnish FM opposes imposing neutrality on Ukraine, citing Finland’s history with Russia and warning it would harm international order and Ukraine’s sovereignty.
FP analysis suggests Ukraine could pursue nuclear arms if denied NATO membership
Foreign Policy's analysis states Ukraine "can't avoid considering a nuclear weapon" if it fails to join NATO, with US support expected to diminish under Trump.
NATO’s Rutte says aid for Ukraine and Kyiv’s security pacts are bridge to NATO membership
Meanwhile, German Chancellor Scholz reiterated his opposition to immediate NATO membership actions.
Ukraine seeks bilateral agreement with pro-Russian Hungary to advance NATO membership
Ukraine is negotiating a comprehensive document with Hungary to address challenges, seek backing for NATO membership, and prevent potential blockades to Zelenskyy's victory strategy.
NYT: Limited Western backing forces Ukraine to search for Plan B
US deemed Zelenskyy's victory plan unrealistic and too reliant on aid, while the list of targets in Russia exceeds available missiles, moreover, the plan's secret point also seeks long-range Tomahawk missiles, "unfeasible request," per US officials.
Scholz: No immediate NATO invitation for Ukraine during wartime, supplying Tauruses “wrong”
The German Chancellor reiterated his rejection of an immediate NATO invitation for Ukraine and his refusal to transfer Taurus missiles.