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The crisis between the US and Ukraine's EU allies highlights the importance of Turkey's defense industry for European security. Europe is forced to turn a blind eye to Erdogan's repression.
Donald Trump has expressed disappointment with Ukraine over new demands regarding the rare earth minerals agreement, including the condition of NATO membership. He suggested that this could have been the cause of the war.
Russia accuses Europe of prolonging the war in Ukraine and Russophobia. The Kremlin is trying to undermine Western unity by contrasting European aspirations for peace with US efforts.
U. S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio will attend a meeting of NATO foreign ministers in Brussels. They will discuss the war in Ukraine, the role of the United States, and strategic risks associated with China.
The Russian dictator signed a decree on the spring conscription of citizens aged 18 to 30. In 2025, it is planned to involve 160,000 Russians in the service.
The Prosecutor General's Office of the Russian Federation is asking the Supreme Court to suspend the ban on the "Taliban" movement. The issue will be considered on April 17, and the initiators were the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Justice of the Russian Federation.
In Warsaw, EU defense ministers will discuss Kai Kallas' initiative to strengthen support for Ukraine. In particular, it concerns the allocation of 5 billion euros for artillery shells.
Over the past day, 171 combat clashes took place at the front, mostly in the Pokrovsky direction. The enemy actively attacked in the Kursk and Lyman directions, launching missile and air strikes.
Donald Trump has stated that Volodymyr Zelenskyy may have serious problems if he refuses the rare earth mineral mining agreement. Trump also believes that Ukraine will never become a member of NATO.
London and Paris' military plans for Ukraine have met with reluctance from other European countries. Without US support, they doubt a lasting ceasefire.
Ukraine rejects any Russian demands aimed at weakening its defense and blocking its accession to NATO. Moscow seeks to destroy the Ukrainian state, seize its resources, and exploit its potential.
Russian troops have intensified assaults in the Kharkiv, Kupyansk, Lyman, Siversk, and Pokrovsk directions. The Armed Forces of Ukraine are holding back the pressure, but fighting continues.
Defense ministers of the Baltic countries warn that a truce in Ukraine will allow Russia to rearm and transfer troops to their borders. The countries call on NATO not to weaken the defense of the eastern flank.
The Pentagon is preparing for a conflict with China over Taiwan, changing its strategy. Europe will have to defend itself against Russia on its own, as the US refocuses.
Jennifer Hagseth, the wife of the Pentagon chief, was present at her husband's negotiations with foreign military counterparts, where confidential information was discussed. Some participants in the meetings were surprised by her presence.
The Prime Minister of Denmark responded to the US Vice President's accusations of insufficient protection of Greenland. The Danish Foreign Minister criticized the US for its tone.
Russian propaganda is lying about the strike on "foreign mercenaries" in Dnipro in order to justify the terrorist attack. In fact, four civilians were killed, 21 were injured, and houses and infrastructure were damaged.
Karol Nawrocki, a candidate for president of Poland, has been embroiled in scandal after promoting his own book under a pseudonym on television. He praised himself, posing as someone else.
In a day, March 29, Ukrainian defenders eliminated 1,740 Russian soldiers. Dozens of tanks, armored combat vehicles, artillery systems and other equipment of the occupiers were also destroyed.
In the Black Sea, there are two enemy ships on combat duty, carriers of Kalibr cruise missiles with a total salvo of up to 8 missiles. There are 4 enemy ships in the Mediterranean Sea.
The Romanian Defense Council has approved a plan to increase the number of small warships to strengthen its position in the Black Sea and on NATO's eastern flank. The country plans to increase defense spending to 2.5% of GDP.
According to German intelligence, Russia is preparing for a major war with NATO. Moscow may try to test the Alliance with a limited military operation against the bloc's countries.
The Italian Prime Minister expressed concern about sending a European contingent to Ukraine, considering it a provocation for Russia. She proposes extending Article 5 of NATO to Ukraine.
China's top diplomat Wang Yi will visit Russia to discuss bilateral relations and the settlement of the war in Ukraine. The visit will take place from March 31 to April 2.
The Court of Bosnia and Herzegovina has issued an international arrest warrant for Milorad Dodik and the Chairman of the National Assembly, Nenad Stevandic, for attempting to undermine the territorial integrity of the state. Dodik supports Putin and wants to separate the enclave.
The number of Ukrainian refugees planning to return home has decreased from 74% to 43%. The reason is the war and the lack of clarity about the future of Ukraine.
The President of the russian federation stated that Trump sincerely wants to end the war. moscow supports a peaceful resolution, but insists on eliminating the "root causes" of the conflict.
At the summit of the "Coalition of the Willing", it was decided to allocate 17 billion euros to Ukraine. It is also planned to provide Kyiv with 2 million rounds of ammunition and strengthen cooperation with the defense industry.
In Paris, leaders discussed support for Ukraine, sanctions against Russia, and the creation of "deterrent forces. " Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of maintaining sanctions and the role of the United States in stopping the war.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that he had asked Donald Trump to provide Ukraine with security guarantees similar to NATO membership. He emphasized the importance of Ukraine's strong position in negotiations with the Russian Federation to achieve a just and lasting peace.