Finnish intel: Russian bases near border Stripped for Ukraine War
Satellite imagery corroborates Finnish intelligence reports that Russian military bases near the Finnish border, with equipment and troops, redeployed for the war in Ukraine.
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NATO to strengthen ties in Asia-Pacific amid Putin’s visit to North Korea
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg expressed concern about the potential support Russia provides to North Korea's missile and nuclear programs and gets weapons in return for attacking Ukraine, while US Secretary of State Antony Blinken highlighted that the fastest way to end Russia’s war in Ukraine is to cut off the military resources it gets from China, North Korea, and Iran.
White House reaffirms belief in Ukraine’s NATO future, first expects war win
White House official John Kirby highlighted that the United States is helping Ukraine win the war against Russian aggression, pointing to President Joe Biden and other countries signing a bilateral security agreement with Ukraine to provide long-term support for Ukraine's defense.
Sweden intercepts Russian jet in first airspace violation since joining NATO
The last such incident happened in 2022. The Swedish Armed Forces condemned Russia's "unacceptable" behavior
NATO approves plan to expand support for Ukraine
NATO defense ministers have approved an "operational plan for enhanced support to Ukraine" which envisages that the Alliance will take over international coordination of arms and training supplies for the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
Reuters: Stoltenberg claims NATO adapts its nuclear arsenal to Russia’s threats
On 12 June, NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg highlighted the alliance's efforts to address current security threats, citing Russia's "dangerous" nuclear rhetoric.
AP: Orban says Hungary won’t block NATO support, but won’t send personnel or funds to Kyiv
The upcoming summit in Washington aims to establish a more robust and predictable system for aiding Ukraine amid Russian renewed offensives..
Nine reasons NATO cannot afford to say “no” to Ukraine
Allies plan to leave Ukraine yet again in limbo at the Washington summit. They are but victims of reflexive control: denying Ukraine membership will escalate Russia's war, not the other way around
NATO leaders voice “deep concern” over Russian hybrid threats
The presidents of Romania, Poland, and Latvia issued a stern rebuke of Russia's "malign hybrid activities" targeting NATO countries.
NATO should deploy non-combat troops to Ukraine
Russia is not going anywhere, so a NATO coalition of the willing might as well help confront it on Ukrainian soil, with the Ukrainian army taking the brunt of the fighting
Peace Summit in Switzerland sparks hysteria in Moscow, says Ukrainian foreign minister
In Moscow, panic prevails as the upcoming Peace Summit threatens the Russian narrative of a divided world over the support of Ukraine, said Ukraine's top diplomat.
Foreign Policy: NATO may create special envoy to Ukraine
NATO is eyeing the creation of a new senior civilian representative position in Ukraine to coordinate the alliance's assistance, Foreign Policy reports.
Politico: Ukraine expects Patriot systems, membership progress at NATO summit in July
According to Politico, aid to Ukraine will be a priority, along with defense production and defense budget targets, when NATO allies gather in Washington next month.
NATO, Finland see no “immediate threat” from Russia
NATO's chief rejected claims of an urgent danger from Russia, saying Moscow is preoccupied with its war in Ukraine; Finland's president concurred with NATO chief.
Bloomberg: NATO to expand defense tech, intelligence sharing with Ukraine
NATO is planning to expand cooperation with Ukraine on defense technology and share more intelligence about Russia’s electronic warfare capabilities, as some of its members lift constraints on Kyiv’s ability to wage war.
NATO chief, Finnish leader rule out troop deployment to Ukraine
NATO's chief and the Finnish President stated that there are no plans to send troops to Ukraine. Stoltenberg rejected the notion of preparations for potential NATO-Russia conflict.
Norway’s top general says NATO has 2-3 years before Russia regains conventional attack capability
Norway's top general says NATO has a 2-3 year window to prepare before Russia rebuilds its ability to launch conventional attacks.
Biden lays out vision for Ukraine peace, but without NATO membership
In a wide-ranging interview with TIME, President Biden made clear his strategy for peace in Ukraine hinges on Russia never occupying the country, not its NATO membership.
Ukraine launches website on Western components in Russian missiles and weapons
Ukraine has unveiled a comprehensive website detailing sanctions imposed on Russia and sponsors of its war against Ukraine.
Scholz to Putin: We are prepared to defend ‘every square inch’ of NATO territory
"This turnaround in security policy is necessary to show Russia: We are prepared to defend every square inch of NATO territory against attacks," Scholz said.