Zelenskyy: European security guarantees “not real” without US support
President Volodymyr Zelensky recently told The Guardian that security guarantees for Ukraine from Europe alone would be ineffective…
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Trump’s envoy on Ukraine and Russia, Kellogg, to visit Kyiv next week
Keith Kellogg, US special envoy for Ukraine and Russia, is set to visit Kyiv next week as the Trump administration intensifies diplomatic efforts to end the war. The visit follows Trump's claims of progress in talks with Putin.
UK to chair critical Ukraine’s defense meeting in Ramstein format amid uncertainty over future US participation
NATO allies will gather in the UK to coordinate Ukraine's defense needs in February.
Zelenskyy: Ukraine needs nuclear weapons if NATO entry takes decades
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy challenges Western allies to either accelerate NATO membership or provide nuclear deterrence capabilities as alternative security guarantee against future Russian aggression.
Ukraine plans Trump team meetings amid US push for peace
Ukrainian diplomats prepare multiple meetings with Trump's team while questions persist about potential compromises on territory and military aid in exchange for mineral access.
Lithuanian President Nauseda: Europe can not contain Russia without US
With Russian aggression looming, Lithuania’s president warns that Europe can’t defend itself without a strong US partnership.
VOA: West must abandon “democratic Russia” hope even after potential peace talks, say experts
Western experts warn that containing Russia's imperial ambitions requires a generational strategy shift, with Ukraine's military success becoming crucial for genuine peace negotiations rather than forced capitulation.
Bloomberg: NATO plans defense industry access to secret military standards as Russian threats grow
NATO initiates sharing of classified weapons standards with defense industry and EU as alliance members seek increased production amid rising Russian military capabilities.
Russo-Ukrainian war, day 1065: North Korea’s aid for Russia surges
Meanwhile, the EU has pledged €35 billion in aid to Ukraine for 2025, backed partially by frozen Russian assets.
Trump can force Putin to surrender by boosting Ukraine’s aid, ex-foreign minister claims
Former Ukrainian Foreign Minister suggests Trump's ambition to be seen as world's strongest leader could lead to increased Ukraine aid to force Putin's surrender in peace talks."
Putin may attack NATO ports if Trump pushes Ukraine peace deal with Russia, US ex-general warns
A peace agreement leaving Russia in control of Ukrainian territory could embolden Putin to launch missile strikes against NATO infrastructure from Finland to Romania within two years, warns former US Army Europe commander.
Russo-Ukrainian war, day 1056: Ukraine’s draft age debate intensifies
Meanwhile, Ukraine's EU integration accelerates with 36 working groups amid $25 billion trade surge.
NYT: US warns Putin of consequences after uncovering Russian plot to ignite cargo shipments on American flights
US officials confront Putin over Russian military intelligence plot to ignite cargo on American flights, following successful test runs in Europe that prompted enhanced aviation security measures.
AP: Biden Administration prepares final Ukraine aid package before Trump takes office
"Pentagon officials reveal plans to fast-track significant military aid from remaining $4 billion congressional allocation, aiming to deliver critical weapons to Ukraine before the presidential transition in January.
US releases final $ 3.4 billion aid package for Ukraine as Russia escalates civilian attacks
US Treasury delivers final $3.4B budget support to Ukraine amid escalated Russian attacks, combining critical financial aid with requirements for continued anti-corruption and governance reforms.
The Guardian: Ukraine strips air defense units to fill infantry gaps
Military sources reveal growing strain on Ukraine's combat capabilities as air defense units lose Western-trained specialists to infantry roles, while new recruits arrive underprepared and hesitant to serve.
Biden prepares final $1.2 billion aid package for Ukraine as Trump says Kyiv to likely receive less US aid once he takes office
The package is expected to include air defense systems and artillery munitions.
FA: Ukraine’s defeat would cost US seven times more than current aid
A Russian victory in Ukraine would force the United States to deploy 270,000 additional troops and build massive new air defenses along NATO's eastern border, driving Pentagon costs to unprecedented levels through 2030.
Ukraine urges transition from freezing to seizing Russian assets
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha calls for seizing frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine's defense and reconstruction efforts.
US lawmakers request intel assessment on Ukraine aid suspension impact amid threats from Russia, Iran, and China
The Director of National Intelligence, alongside the Directors of Defense Intelligence and Central Intelligence agencies, have been tasked to prepare an extensive report on both the war's progress and the effectiveness of US military aid for Ukraine.
