Trump and NATO unleash billions in weapons for Ukraine as Putin faces 50-day ultimatum
Air defense batteries and missile systems are already on the move as the West accelerates pressure on Moscow.
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Trump says US to impose 100% tariffs on Russia if war doesn’t end in 50 days
The White House sharpens its economic arsenal to force Russia to the peace table.
Trump announces 17 Patriot air defense systems for Ukraine to shield cities from Russian air terror
First launchers could arrive within days.
Ukraine’s next weapon could be US-made JASSM — and it might arrive just in time
As Russia masses troops for a brutal push eastward, Trump looks to arm Ukraine with one of the most powerful missiles in the American arsenal.
“We definitely can’t give any more” – Pistorius on sending Patriots to Ukraine
Germany depleted half its Patriot air defense arsenal through transfers to Ukraine and Poland. Germany Defense Minister Boris Pistorius to seek US approval for purchasing replacement systems specifically for Kyiv.
ISW: Russia’s true drone target is Ukrainian and Western morale—Ukraine needs more Patriots
By exhausting air defenses and terrorizing cities, Moscow aims to break Ukraine and her allies.
Reuters says Trump activates drawdown powers for the first time to arm Ukraine
Sources told Reuters the $300 million aid, not yet finalized, may include medium-range guided rockets and air defense interceptors.
Germany is ready to buy US Patriots—Trump undecided
Chancellor Merz says Berlin can fund extra systems for Ukraine, but Washington hasn’t finalized anything.
WSJ: Trump blames Pentagon, not himself, for Ukraine weapons pause
Zelenskyy was told directly by Trump that he didn’t order the hold on arms shipments, which has now been lifted.
Europe can’t protect itself—let alone Ukraine, UK expert warns
As the US pulls Patriot missiles this week, UK defense expert Frank Ledwidge warns: Europe lacks the air defense systems Ukraine needs to survive.
US Defense Secretary Hegseth unilaterally blocks weapons for Ukraine, even though experts say aid does not affect stockpiles
With no warning and no clear justification, Defense Secretary Hegseth has paused Ukraine’s weapons deliveries, igniting fury in Congress
Hours after Trump-Putin call, Russia attacks Kyiv with record 550 missiles and drones (updated)
Fires broke out across Kyiv, with more than 20 injuries reported. Railway infrastructure and five ambulances were also damaged.
Russian battlefield gains expected after US aid pause, ISW warns
Think tank highlights how previous delays enabled Russian advances in Donetsk Oblast.
The weapons Ukraine just lost to US aid freeze, explained
It's not only about Patriots and air defense—Ukraine's entire military toolkit just got gutted
FT opinion: Russia may last a year. Ukraine risks collapse within half a year without urgent aid
Russia has the manpower edge to outlast Ukraine, FT warns.
Norwegian F-35s to join Patriot and NASAMS to fortify Poland’s crucial hub for Ukraine’s aid
As Russian spies and saboteurs lurk in the shadows of Rzeszów, Norway is stepping in with cutting-edge jets to secure the city.
Intelligence: Russia does not rely on Iran anymore, prepares to unleash “swarms of death” on Ukraine
Ukraine urgently needs more air defense and AI-powered Interceptor drones to counter the growing aerial threat.
Raytheon’s production lines overheat as Europe lines up for 1,000 Patriot missiles and Ukraine pleads for speed
Joint production and faster transfer talks gain urgency as Russia refines its missile arsenal.
Israel says it didn’t send Patriots to Ukraine, denying its envoy’s claim
Ambassador Brodsky claimed Israel provided Ukraine with military aid, allegedly including the Patriot air defense systems.
Israeli Patriots once guarded Tel Aviv — now they’re knocking Russia’s hypersonic Kinzhals out of Ukraine’s skies
Despite past assessments, Israel quietly delivers Patriot systems to Ukraine.