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Rutte said that work is underway to supply Ukraine with air defense systems after Kyiv failed to shoot down any Russian ballistic missiles. Zelenskyy warned of increased missile production in the Russian Federation and reduced deliveries from allies.
The number of urgent NATO fighter jet sorties to intercept Russian aircraft increased by more than 250% in a day. The reason was Russian flights without a flight plan and with transponders switched off near the Alliance.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy spoke with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte about the supply of interceptor missiles. The parties coordinated efforts to accelerate assistance from partner countries.
The negotiations are ongoing, despite Trump's statements that there is no deal. Options are being considered for producing components in Ukraine with assembly in Europe.
Foreign Ministry spokesperson Heorhii Tykhyi said that Ambassador Zaluzhnyi’s words had been taken out of context, and that Ukraine’s course toward NATO membership remains unchanged. He emphasized that the security architecture in Europe is impossible without Ukraine.
Lieutenant General Guillaume Boivin assumed command of SAG-U and NSATU from Curtis Buzzard. The US assured that the reorganization would not affect the volume of support for Ukraine.
Trump rejected Zelenskyy's request for hundreds of Patriot missiles, citing dwindling U. S. stocks.
Tbilisi Mayor Kakha Kaladze accused NATO of deceiving Ukraine and Georgia with promises about membership. Deputy Committee Chairman Tornike Pagava suggested a shift to a multi-vector policy in case the Alliance refuses.
Russia produces and uses ballistic missiles faster than the world can produce modern interceptor missiles. This imbalance forces a review of approaches to building the global security system.
German concern Rheinmetall has unveiled a new-generation frigate GMF 140, 140 meters long. The ship features air defense systems, anti-submarine weapons, and 64 missiles in vertical launch systems.
Ukraine's Ambassador to the United Kingdom Valeriy Zaluzhnyi stated that Ukraine will never join NATO due to the outdated model of the Alliance. He advises focusing on new security blocs and military cooperation.
The Telegraph reports that the departure of Keir Starmer and the inability of Emmanuel Macron to run in the next elections create a leadership vacuum in the "coalition of the willing. " This could lead to a change in Europe's support for Ukraine, especially given the possible rise in influence of pro-Russian candidates.
After the conflict in the White House in February 2025, relations between the presidents warmed. Ukraine provided expert assistance to the US and Persian Gulf countries in combating Iranian drones.
General Alexus Grinkevich stated that without an additional destroyer, he would choose to defend the US instead of Israel. The intensity of the Iranian operation has depleted the US stocks of key defensive weapons.
The US is relinquishing leadership of the NATO Security Assistance Group in Germany, which coordinates military aid to Ukraine. The transition will take up to a year, but work with Ukraine will not be interrupted.
US Permanent Representative to NATO Matthew Whitaker stated the desire to obtain Ukrainian anti-drone technologies. He emphasized that Ukraine has become a testing ground for the future.
US President Donald Trump stated that the US did not agree to a license for Ukraine to produce Patriot systems. He expressed concern about the transfer of technologies that could be used against the US.
Polish Defense Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz criticized the opposition for accusations over the incident with a Russian missile. He stated that for the opposition, Ukraine has become the enemy, not Russia.
Polish investigators have recovered numerous fragments of the missile that fell in the Lublin Voivodeship. The examination of the fragments will take place on Friday with the participation of a Ukrainian expert.
Polish military were unable to intercept the Russian Kh-101 cruise missile due to a legislative requirement for visual identification of the target. The missile flew about 100 km deep into the country and exploded in the Lublin Voivodeship.
US President Donald Trump said he is not sure whether he will allow Ukraine to obtain a license to produce missiles for the Patriot. The issue is still under consideration, and the US is cautious about transferring such technologies.
NATO Secretary General Rutte condemned the violation of Polish airspace by a Russian missile. The Alliance activated air defense and ground defense assets, and the incident is under investigation.
Poland analyzes the incident of a probable violation of its airspace by a missile during Russia's attack on Ukraine. The country's Ministry of Foreign Affairs will adopt diplomatic decisions after technical details are determined by the services and NATO.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk reported contacts with European leaders regarding the violation of the country's airspace by a missile during Russia's attack on Ukraine. The leaders expressed full solidarity and readiness to help.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk convened a coordination group after a violation of the country's airspace by a Russian Kh-101 missile during a massive attack on Ukraine. Ukraine's Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed the incident.
A Polish portal published a video of an unidentified object falling in a voivodeship bordering Ukraine. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine stated that a Russian Kh-101 missile violated Poland's airspace.
Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha stated that a Russian Kh-101 cruise missile crossed the border of Poland, violating NATO airspace. As a result of the massive attack, at least 8 people were killed, dozens injured.
The President of Ukraine appealed to the US for an emergency winter package of interceptors for Patriot. Trump agreed to continue work on licenses for missile production in Ukraine.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated that Donald Trump could resolve the deadlock in the war. Leaders will discuss increasing pressure on Putin for negotiations.
The Pentagon has initiated a review of the military presence in Europe, which Defense Secretary Hegseth announced at a NATO meeting. The goal is to transfer primary responsibility for conventional defense to Europe.