Ukraine offers help with blackouts to Spain, France, Portugal
The widespread power outages hitting Western Europe on April 28 prompted an immediate offer of help fro Ukraine, which has gained experience managing electricity disruptions.
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Italy, Spain hesitant on EU’s € 40 bn Ukraine military aid proposal
Despite strong backing from northern and eastern Europe, Italy and Spain have raised concerns over Kaja Kallas' military aid plan.
Spainish PM calls for lasting Ukraine peace, critizes Trump’s Russia talks
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez condemned Russia as the clear aggressor in Ukraine while criticizing Trump's unilateral talks with Moscow.
Europe needs 300,000 troops and € 250 billion annually to protect itself from Russia’s threats
European think tanks warn continent must mobilize 300,000 troops and spend €250 billion yearly on defense if US withdraws support, as Russia increases military production by over 200%.
Russian cargo ship Ursa Major sinks off Spanish coast after explosion
The vessel sank between Spain and Algeria after an engine room explosion, leaving two crew missing and 14 rescued.
“Ukraine must win”: European countries promise expanded military support in Berlin declaration
Meeting with Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha, top European diplomats doubled down on their commitment to Ukraine's victory, promising expanded military aid.
Politico: Seven NATO members oppose immediate membership invitation for Ukraine
US, Germany, Hungary, Slovakia, Belgium, Slovenia, and Spain are slow-walking Ukraine's request for the immediate invitation, despite Zelenskyy's insistence on wartime invitation necessity
Spain’s UROVESA supplies Ukraine with VAMTACs armored vehicles
Spain's Defense Minister, Margarita Robles, announced the delivery of VAMTAC armored vehicles to the Ukrainian Armed Forces during her visit to the UROVESA manufacturing facility.
Spain to provide seven more generators to Ukraine
Spain's latest aid package to Ukraine includes seven generators worth 360,000 euros, aimed at mitigating the effects of Russian attacks on critical infrastructure.
Spain to deliver Hawk anti-aircraft battery to Ukraine in September
The Spanish Defense Minister announced the delivery of a fully operational Hawk anti-aircraft battery to Ukraine by September, says Spain has already trained 5,000 Ukrainian troops.
Spanish police detain three people on suspicion of cyberattacks on countries supporting Ukraine
Spanish authorities have apprehended three people linked to the hacker group NoName057(16), known for targeting government and strategic sector websites in countries backing Ukraine.
Spain begins new delivery of Leopard 2A4 tanks to Ukraine
Spain has begun transporting ten Leopard 2A4 battle tanks to Ukraine. This process followed the equipment overhaul, alignment,…
Spain delivers Patriot missiles and Leopard tanks in latest aid to Ukraine
Spain has shipped a comprehensive military aid package to Ukraine, including Patriot missiles and Leopard tanks, as part of a billion-euro commitment for 2024.
Spanish authorities dismantle criminal group involved in sexual exploitation of Ukrainian women
Spanish police have arrested five individuals for allegedly trafficking and sexually exploiting Ukrainian and Belarusian women under the guise of offering refugee assistance.
Spain provides Kyiv with record military aid package, signs security agreement with Ukraine
Spain has pledged a record $6,5 bn in military aid to Ukraine and signed a bilateral security agreement during President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's visit to Madrid on 27 May
Media: Spain to supply €1.1 billion military aid to Ukraine, including Leopard 2 tanks and Patriot missiles
Spain is committing €1.1 billion military aid to Ukraine including 19 Leopard 2A4 tanks, more Patriot missiles, artillery, equipment, per El País.
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.
Zelenskyy calls off Spain trip amid Russian assault in Kharkiv
Zelenskyy was scheduled to meet Spain's King Felipe VI, PM Pedro Sánchez, and sign a security agreement, but the complex situation in Ukraine forced the cancellation.
Spain provides first NASAMS maintenance training to Ukrainian military personnel
As part of its commitments to Ukraine, Spain has initiated training for Ukrainian troops on the maintenance of the NASAMS air defense system.
Spanish Foreign Minister: Neither EU, NATO, nor Spain prepares for war despite Russia’s aggression in Ukraine
Albares responded to comments from some political parties about the government's rhetoric.