Canada may co-build weapons with Ukraine—and it could boost its economy
New partnerships could help Ukraine scale drone manufacturing while strengthening Canada’s defense economy.
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Netherlands funds 20 hybrid-powered battlefield vehicles for Ukraine’s wounded soldier rescues
Rheinmetall's Ermine modular ground vehicles equipped with diesel-electric engines will provide Ukrainian forces with both tactical mobility and energy generation capabilities.
At NATO summit allies flattered Trump and quietly built defense shield across Europe and Ukraine
Careful diplomacy pays off, Trump signs off on key European proposals without a fight.
Meloni urges Trump to show Iran-level determination for Ukraine ceasefire
Despite Trump’s push for a ceasefire, Moscow has shown zero interest in his agenda and continues escalating its attacks on Ukraine.
Putin overstretched: Russia withdraws forces from Kaliningrad, Poland says
As Russia tries to form new units near Finland, its forces are being stretched thin, prompting a major withdrawal from Kaliningrad, Poland’s foreign minister says.
Bloomberg: How NATO leaders are trying to save Ukraine — by flattering Trump
NATO leaders must endure humiliation if it buys more time for Zelenskyy’s defense, the Bloomberg columnist says.
Zelenskyy: Ukraine could produce 8 million drones per year if it had enough funds from allies
Meanwhile, Russia draws on substantial resources from North Korea, Iran, and Chinese companies to sustain its weapons manufacturing.
New Zealand pledges $9.5 million in Ukraine aid ahead of NATO Summit
Wellington announces a fresh support package just as PM Luxon prepares to meet global leaders in The Hague.
Politico: Zelenskyy excluded from NATO leaders’ table in upcoming summit —Trump avoids spotlight on unresolved war
The US president does not want to emphasize the war that he has still been unable to end as he promised during the campaign.
The Times: Trump won’t meet Zelenskyy at the NATO summit—days after skipping him at the G7
Trump skipped meeting Zelenskyy in Canada—and won’t face him in The Hague either.
No invitation—not even a mention: Ukraine to be left out of NATO’s summit statement
NATO leaders will label Russia a long-term threat—but leave Ukraine out of the summit communiqué entirely, diplomatic sources say.
NATO needs to increase air and missile defence by 400% – Rutte says ahead of June summit
Secretary General Mark Rutte plans to tell NATO allies they need a "quantum leap" in collective defence, including a 400% increase in air and missile systems, ahead of next month's summit in The Hague.
Russo-Ukrainian war, day 1188: Trump calls Putin “crazy” after deadly attack, Germany greenlights long-range strikes on Russia
The US president said Putin "has gone crazy" and kills a lot of people "needlessly," while 355 Russian drones targeted Ukrainian territory in the third consecutive night of massive attacks. Chancellor Friedrich Merz also declared that Ukraine is now free to strike deep inside Russia with Western long-range weapons.
Dutch defense chief seeks to include Zelenskyy to June NATO summit in The Hague
Minister Ruben Brekelmans stated though that Zelenskyy's participation would likely occur outside the main session with all 32 member states.
FT: Kyiv and other European capitals alarmed by Trump’s offer to recognize Russian annexation of Crimea
European officials fear this stance will damage transatlantic security and potentially derail June's NATO summit.
Zelenskyy announces new security pacts with Czechia, Slovenia, Ireland
Ukraine has already signed security agreements with 23 countries and the European Union and works on other pacts that strengthen arms supply, defense industry collaboration, and post-war reconstruction of Ukraine.