The Ukrainian Defense Ministry presented a previously unseen modification of the homegrown Neptune cruise missile, showing distinct body changes that hint at new capabilities.
Ukraine will receive five Bożena remotely controlled demining machines from Slovakia despite the prime minister's earlier freeze on direct military transfers
The Rheinmetall facility signals Western allies' recognition that supporting Ukraine requires dedicated industrial capacity rather than temporary weapons transfers.
President Zelenskyy insists on equal ownership of extraction revenues, and PM Shmyhal emphasizes constitutional compliance and EU commitment obligations.
The initiative aligns with broader European efforts to reduce dependence on Russian gas, reinforcing Ukraine's role as a key player in Europe's energy security.
The IMF begins its fifth review of Ukraine's Extended Fund Facility, potentially releasing $1.1 billion, as PM Shmyhal discusses reforms, macrofinancial stability, and Russian asset confiscation with IMF's Kammer.
Ukraine received a $3.9 billion non-repayable grant from the US through the World Bank, targeting salary support and social aid, as part of a larger $7.8 billion direct aid package for 2024.
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has lambasted Ukraine's decision to halt Russian oil transit, calling the move "nonsensical" during a call with his Ukrainian counterpart.
Ukraine’s PM Denys Shmyhal reports no confirmation of crucial US military aid arrival, necessary for enhancing defensive operations and countering Russian advances.