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During the day, 237 combat engagements took place; the enemy deployed 10,008 drones and 281 guided aerial bombs. Occupier losses amounted to 1,310 personnel and 88 artillery systems.
Only 11% of Europeans consider the US an ally, which is a historic low. The majority of those surveyed favor European weaponry and funding their own defense.
The dictator noted the slow progress of Russian troops and the effectiveness of Ukrainian strikes. Putin appears to have begun acknowledging some of the setbacks facing the Russian military.
70,000 security personnel will be deployed to guard the NATO summit in Ankara. The event will be attended by the leaders of the Alliance member states and US President Donald Trump.
Due to damaged logistics, shortages of food and fuel have emerged in Crimea. The occupiers have introduced limits on goods and the sale of gasoline up to 20 liters by coupons.
The President of Ukraine discussed the implementation of the Drone Deal and SAFE projects with the Latvian Minister of Defense. Ukraine will share its experience in sky protection and air defense.
Diehl Defence plans to produce Ukrainian FP-5 Flamingo missiles in Germany. The flight range of this weapon exceeds three thousand kilometers.
Fire Point CEO Iryna Terekh called on Europe to achieve technological sovereignty. She emphasized the importance of updating weapon software and the risks of dependency.
NATO will gradually reduce the size of the KFOR mission in Kosovo due to the stabilization of the security situation. The process will continue throughout the year with the possibility of reviewing decisions.
Iryna Terekh, CEO and CTO of Fire Point, called on Europe to rethink its approaches to defense, innovation, and technological sovereignty. She explained why bureaucracy has become the main threat to defense development and how the Ukrainian experience can serve as a benchmark for Europe's future security architecture.
Russia avoids conflict with NATO due to the Alliance's military superiority. All 32 member states are ready to provide a joint response to any aggression as of today.
The NATO Secretary General confirmed the US commitment to the principles of collective defense. Washington is proving its readiness to defend allies through participation in joint exercises.
Mark Rutte called Norway one of Ukraine's strongest partners since the beginning of the Russian invasion. The NATO Secretary General thanked the country for strengthening the Alliance.
Mark Rutte welcomed the new security agreement between Ukraine and Norway. The document provides for deeper cooperation and support for drone production.
Norway has allocated over $300 million for the purchase of American weapons for Ukraine. Mark Rutte confirmed the country's participation in the PURIL initiative.
Merz proposed associate EU membership for Ukraine and reaffirmed support. He condemned the trips of AfD deputies to Moscow for champagne receptions.
General Christian Freuding called for preparations for war with the Russian Federation by 2029. This is an intelligence assessment supported by all 32 NATO member states.
The Stratcom Centre has identified a Russian disinformation campaign concerning the destruction of cultural heritage. Propaganda accuses Ukraine and the West of destroying monuments.
A new Russian base for 6,000 troops is being built near Petrozavodsk. It will feature over 50 facilities to build up forces near Finland's eastern border.
Near the border with Belarus, 2,900 NATO troops conducted their first exercises. The unit utilizes 300 drones and incorporates combat experience from the war in Ukraine.
Bucharest urged the Alliance to deploy additional radars and air defense systems following explosions in Galați and Constanța. NATO promises to adapt the defense of the eastern flank.
The 2026 World Cup kicks off with a match between Mexico and South Africa and a grand show featuring Shakira. For the first time, the tournament hosted by three countries will bring together 48 national teams and will feature a round of 32 stage.
FP-5 Flamingo missiles struck a factory in Cheboksary. The Ukrainian development has a range of 3,000 km and a payload of up to 1,150 kg.
A survey across 15 countries showed a drop in trust in the US as an ally from 22% to 11%. Most citizens doubt Washington's military aid.
The FP-9 missile, with a range of 855 km and an 800 kg warhead, could enter service by the end of the year. It is capable of effectively overcoming Russian air defense.
Five EU countries propose temporarily restricting voting rights for new members of the bloc. The initiative envisages strengthening control over the rule of law.
Since the beginning of the week, the enemy has attacked 11 regions, injuring dozens of people. Residential buildings, energy infrastructure, and a Panama-flagged vessel came under fire.
Mette Frederiksen called the support for Ukraine Europe's self-defense. Russia uses disinformation and threats to pressure NATO and Baltic countries.
Kubilius proposes creating a defense union based on the E5 for Ukraine's rapid integration. The new structure will allow for the strengthening of European security outside the EU.
Zelenskyy discussed strengthening air defense and developing defense production with partners. The priority is the PURL program and the creation of an anti-ballistic system.