Zelenskyy announced additional investments in weapons production in Ukraine and Germany. In particular, it concerns the production of drones and missiles to enhance long-range capabilities.
Andriy Sybiga stressed the importance of pressure on Russia for a truce, which will open the way to negotiations. He called for increased economic and military pressure on the aggressor.
Italy seeks a ceasefire in Ukraine to start peace negotiations. The country also advocates for increased defense spending within the framework of the European partnership.
The Alliance will be able to observe maneuvers, troop movements, and battlefield operations. SINBAD technology will help monitor the Arctic due to the ambitions of Russia and China.
US Representative Keith Kellogg stressed that the unity of the Alliance is critical to ending the war. The US is working with NATO partners to support Ukraine.
Zelenskyy stated that the strategic bombers hit during the "Cobweb" operation were used by Russia to simulate missile strikes on NATO territory. A total of 41 aircraft were destroyed or damaged.
General Ingo Gerhartz has taken over the NATO headquarters in Brunssum, replacing Guglielmo Luigi Miglietta. He will lead the defense of NATO's eastern flank, which stretches for 4,000 km.
An international conference "Weimar+" dedicated to the security of the EU and the war in Ukraine will be held in Rome. The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, Sybiha, will participate in the meeting with colleagues.
Serbian President Vucic did not sign the summit declaration condemning the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Other leaders of Southeast European countries reaffirmed their support for Ukraine and condemned the war.
Participants of the "Ukraine-South-Eastern Europe" summit condemned the aggression of the Russian Federation and supported the European integration of Ukraine. They emphasized the importance of strengthening sanctions and restoring the country.
The Polish Sejm expressed confidence in the Council of Ministers. 243 deputies voted "for", 210 – against.
Martin Jäger, the German ambassador to Ukraine, will become the new head of the BND. A reorganization of the service and an increase in funding are expected, which should speed up the collection of intelligence.
In the conditions of war, Ukraine solves problems with equipment repair, looking for spare parts abroad and developing import substitution. The lives of military personnel depend on the serviceability of the equipment.
Polish Prime Minister Tusk initiated a vote of confidence after losing the election. This is happening against the backdrop of a possible confrontation with newly elected President Nawrocki, who may block government initiatives.
Finland summons Russian representative over June 10 incident. This is the second incident in a month being investigated by the Border Guard Service.
The NATO summit in The Hague will consider including contributions to Ukraine's defense in the new target for defense spending. The Alliance will work to remove barriers to trade in defense products.
The United States is Ukraine's biggest supporter, said a spokeswoman for the State Department. Washington supports the transfer of air defense systems to Ukraine
Russia intends to spread the confrontation with the West by sending "green men" to Estonia. This will be a test of NATO's resolve regarding collective defense.
According to Andriy Kovalenko, Russia will try to justify its terror against the civilian population of Ukraine by "the mistakes of the West and the expansion of NATO. "
Andriy Yermak had a conversation with advisors to the leaders of the Nordic countries regarding support for Ukraine and strengthening sanctions against Russia. They discussed preparations for the G7, NATO and EU summits.
NATO Secretary General announced the need for a significant rearmament to deter Russia, which may attack the Alliance in 5 years. NATO leaders plan to increase military spending to 5% of GDP.
According to NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, it is necessary to increase investment in the development of defense capabilities. Russia produces as many munitions in three months as the entire alliance does in a year.
No country, including Russia, has the right to veto Ukraine's accession to NATO, Sybiha said. The security of Ukraine and NATO are indivisible, and solutions are needed to strengthen defense capabilities.
The head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, Andriy Sybiha, stated the need to strengthen sanctions against the Russian Federation and lower the price of oil to 30 dollars. Strengthening Ukraine is also important.
Ukraine will systematically destroy Russian military facilities until it stops its aggression. Every destroyed factory or aircraft reduces the threat to Ukraine and Europe, Sybiha said.
Russia is considering withdrawing from the moratorium on the deployment of intermediate- and shorter-range missiles, accusing the United States of deploying such missiles in the world. The Russian Federation does not see reciprocity from the United States.
Alar Karis emphasized the importance of security guarantees for Ukraine and support for it on the battlefield. He expressed his belief that Ukraine will become a member of NATO in the long term.
Gitanas Nausėda criticizes the insufficient determination of anti-Russian sanctions, calling for disconnecting banks from SWIFT, sanctions against the "shadow fleet" and energy companies. He also emphasized the importance of supporting Ukraine.
NATO Admiral Pierre Vandier said that Operation "Spiderweb" showed the importance of innovation for victory. Western intelligence agencies warn that Russia is ahead of NATO and may attack in as little as 4 years.
Mark Rutte and Hakan Fidan discussed efforts to end the war between Ukraine and Russia. The parties also discussed preparations for the NATO summit to be held in The Hague on June 24-25.