Reuters: Putin cannot dictate Ukraine’s peace terms, claims Lloyd Austin in Brussels
His remarks came as Ukraine prepares for a Global Peace Summit in Switzerland.
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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.
Ukraine Defense Contact Group to discuss strengthening air defense and drone coalition in Brussels, says Lloyd Austin
The members of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group aim to provide robust support to Ukraine.
The NYT: US debates relaxing restrictions on Ukraine’s use of its weapons to strike targets inside Russia
Amid ongoing discussions, the US might permit Ukraine to strike Russian targets with American weapons.
Germany’s air defense initiative for Ukraine supported by 12 countries, almost €1 bn raised
Germany's air defense initiative for Ukraine, launched in April 2024, has raised almost €1 billion with support from 12 countries to procure and deliver air defense systems.
Pentagon announces date of next Ramstein meeting: 20 May
The next meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group (also known as the ''Ramstein'' format) will be held on 20 May.
Zelenskyy names vital priorities for Ukraine’s success at the Ramstein meeting
Long-range missiles, air defense systems, and, specifically, at least 7 Patriots, as well as artillery shells, are crucial to counter the Russian offensive and start Ukrainian active operations.
Politico: NATO eyes $100 billion Ukraine fund and Ramstein group takeover amid looming Trump presidency
Amid a stalled $60 billion US military aid package and a looming Trump presidency in the US, NATO aims to formalize its support for Ukraine, per Politico sources.
Kosovo announces its first-ever military aid packages for Ukraine
Kosovo will send two military aid packages to Ukraine, including armored vehicles, trucks, and mortar shells. The first package will be delivered to Ukraine next week, according to Kosovo’s Defense Minister
“Free world won’t let Ukraine fail”: Ramstein group pledges more ammo, armor, drones
At the meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group at the Ramstein-Miesenbach Air Base in Germany, the country’s allies announced military aid packages and promised more missiles for Ukrainian air defense systems. New members joined drone and ammunition coalitions.
“US will not let Ukraine fail,” Austin pledges in Ramstein
"Ukraine's survival is in danger," US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said. "Our allies and partners continue to step up, the United States must also," he added.
Zelenskyy says Ukraine to boost defense production
President Zelenskyy announces plans to boost Ukraine's defense production and emphasizes the need for military support, including F-16 jets and Patriot missiles, amid a months-long delay in US aid stalled by Congressional Republicans.
Ukraine defense backers to convene 19 March amid artillery ammo crunch
The US-led "Ramstein" contact group of around 50 nations backing Ukraine's defense will convene on March 19 to discuss fulfilling Kyiv's military needs amid Ukraine's artillery ammunition shortage.
Nearly 500 intellectuals ask to supply more weapons to Ukraine
The appeal, signed by professors, researchers, writers, and former officials from EU states and the US, states that the debate between providing aid "for as long as it takes" and supplying Ukraine with what it needs "to win quickly" is obsolete.
Ukraine launches drone coalition at Ramstein meeting
Ukraine's Defense Minister announced the launch of several coalitions to boost the Ukrainian air and missile defense, artillery, drones, and mine action.
Ukraine’s new commander joins Ramstein meeting for the first time
As Russia intensifies its offensive in eastern Ukraine, the Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces attends the meeting of the contact group on Ukraine’s defense in the Ramstein format, seeking urgent support from over 50 allies.
What long-range weapons Ukraine can get in the wake of Ramstein-18 meeting
Ukraine's Defense Ministry says the latest Ramstein Format meeting paid special attention to deep-strike weapon supplies to Ukraine, experts predict missile-bomb hybrids for HIMARS or US cruise/ballistic missiles among the most probable acquisitions.
US Defense Secretary urges Ramstein Group to “dig deep” on Ukraine support
Austin urged partners to send additional interceptors to counter Russia's air attacks while NATO head pledged long-term backing; Spain, Canada, Germany unveiled new military aid offerings.
Ukraine commander Zaluzhnyi takes part in Ramstein-format meeting for first time
Ukraine's Commander-in-Chief Zaluzhnyi takes part in a Ramstein-format meeting as Germany, the Netherlands, and others pledge significant military aid, forming a new coalition to enhance Ukraine's defenses.
Russo-Ukrainian war, day 595: Zelenskyy visits Brussels, Russia mounts offensive on eastern front
The US will spearhead training for Ukrainian pilots on F-16 jets. Finland and other Ukrainian allies have bolstered military aid. Meanwhile, Russia suffered heavy losses in the Avdiyivka offensive and kept striking Ukrainian civilians.