Ukraine launches low-interest loan program to boost arms production
The Ukrainian government has introduced a preferential loan program to help domestic arms manufacturers increase production and speed up deliveries to the military.
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US State Department inspector general arrives in Kyiv to oversee US aid for Ukraine
The visit marks another step in ensuring public support for Ukraine’s defense as it moves closer to EU and NATO integration.
US congressman calls for NATO to permit Ukrainian strikes into Russia over North Korean involvement in war
US Congressman Mike Turner urges NATO to lift restrictions on Ukrainian strikes into Russian territory and consider direct action against North Korean forces in Ukraine.
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
Zelenskyy: US, Germany, France, and Italy seek unity on allowing Ukraine to strike inside Russia
As Ukraine works to neutralize Russia’s drone and missile threats, approval for such operations remains critical to its defense strategy.
US D&M Holding Company signs ammo production deal with Ukraine
D&M Holding and Ukroboronprom have signed an agreement to bolster ammunition and special chemical production in Ukraine.
Bloomberg: US, EU finalize $ 50 billion aid for Ukraine amid disputes over frozen Russian assets
The final proposal from the G7 nations is expected to come at a ministerial meeting on 25 October.
Russo-Ukrainian war, day 945: Biden announces $ 7.9 billion aid package for Ukraine, which includes JSOW long-range bombs
Meanwhile, Ukrainian intelligence reports an expected increase in Russian assaults in Zaporizhzhia Oblast.
Ukraine still awaits $ 50 billion from frozen Russian assets amid legal and political uncertainty
Despite commitments from G7 countries, no concrete steps have been taken, leaving Ukraine without the funds needed for reconstruction and defense.
Kamala Harris to meet Zelenskyy, discuss Ukraine’s Victory Plan
President Zelenskyy will meet with Kamala Harris, Joe Biden, and Donald Trump next week in the US to discuss Ukraine’s Victory Plan. Zelenskyy emphasized there is no alternative to peace or delaying Russian aggression, with the plan's details yet to be publicly disclosed.
Zelenskyy says Ukraine’s “Victory Plan” ready, will present it to Biden, Trump, Harris next week
The plan, focusing on lasting security and rejecting frozen conflicts, seeks NATO and EU membership and continued advanced weapons supply amid Russian aggression, sources say.
Russo-Ukrainian War, day 937: German foreign minister warns Moldova could be Russia’s next target if Ukraine falls
Meanwhile, the EU is considering a €40 billion loan package for Ukraine, bypassing potential objections to a G7 plan involving frozen Russian assets.
US arrests Russian citizen for illegally exporting military-use electronics to Russia
Denis Postovoy, a 44-year-old Russian, has been arrested in Sarasota, Florida, on charges of violating US export restrictions, money laundering, and smuggling military microelectronics to Russia
No green light yet for Ukraine’s deep strikes, UK’s Starmer reports after White House meeting
UK PM Starmer, after meeting with US President Biden, says no decision yet on Russia long-range strikes for Ukraine, hints at further talks during UN Assembly.
Russo-Ukrainian war, day 931: Former US, UK officials urge removal of restrictions on Ukrainian long-range strikes
Meanwhile, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced over $700 million in humanitarian and energy aid for Ukraine during his visit to Kyiv.
US “incredibly alarmed” by reported Iran missile transfers to Russia, but maintains Ukraine deep strike ban
The US State Dept is concerned over Iranian ballistic missile transfers to Russia, warns of consequences, but upholds limits on Ukraine's deep strikes into Russia with US-supplied missiles.
Zelenskyy discusses Ukraine’s victory plan with US Congress delegation in Italy
In talks with a U.S. Congressional delegation, Zelensky emphasized the urgency of bolstering Ukraine's defenses.
US General Brown urges allies to support Ukraine’s military industry at Ramstein meeting in Germany
He stressed the need for continued efforts in providing essential equipment and training to bolster Ukraine’s military industry amid ongoing Russian aggression.
AFP: US imposes sanctions on Russian RT outlet for attempts to interfere 2024 elections
The US Treasury Department described Simonyan as a "central figure" in Russia’s malign influence campaigns, while RT has dismissed the accusations as unfounded.
Biden condemns Russian attack on Poltava, reaffirms US support for Ukraine
The attack caused additional casualties and significant damage to cultural landmarks.