The U. S. Secretary of Defense announced the deployment of 10,000 DPRK troops to Russia. North Korean soldiers have received Russian uniforms and weapons, some of them are already near Ukraine.
US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said that Putin will not win in Ukraine even with the help of North Korea. The deployment of DPRK troops in Russia was discussed at a meeting of the US and South Korean defense ministers.
The President of South Korea announced the possibility of considering the provision of weapons to Ukraine in response to the sending of DPRK troops to Russia. The decision will depend on the extent of military cooperation between the DPRK and Russia.
Germany has summoned a DPRK diplomat over reports about North Korean soldiers being sent to russia to take part in the war in Ukraine. The German Foreign Ministry considers this to be a violation of the European peace order.
U. S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin said there is evidence of the presence of North Korean troops in Russia. He added that it is not yet known what role they will play there.
Zelenskyy announced agreements with the US on several aid packages for the Ukrainian defense industry. Tranches for long-range and drone production totaling about $2 billion are expected.
Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi met with Pentagon Chief Austin. They discussed the strengthening of air defense and the capabilities of the Ukrainian Armed Forces.
The BRICS summit in Kazan brought together world leaders, including Xi Jinping and Modi. Russia is seeking to form an alliance of developing countries to counter Western dominance.
The President of Ukraine announces a new $800 million financing package from the United States for the production of Ukrainian drones.
Ukrainian Defense Minister Umerov met with Pentagon Chief Austin. They discussed the situation on the frontline, the implementation of the Victory Plan, and attracting American investment in Ukraine's defense industry.
The US Secretary of Defense urged to continue to resist Putin's aggression. Austin warned that if Ukraine falls, the whole of Europe will be under Putin's shadow.
US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin said that Ukraine's fight for freedom will determine the trajectory of global security. He also announced a new $400 million defense assistance package for Ukraine.
The US has allocated a new $400 million defense aid package to Ukraine. Zelenskyy and Austin also discussed lifting restrictions on the use of long-range weapons and increasing arms production.
US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austinbrought to Kyiv an announcement about a new $400 million defense aid package for Ukraine.
U. S. Ambassador to Ukraine Bridget Brink confirmed the visit of Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin to Kyiv. The visit underscores the United States' unwavering commitment to supporting Ukraine in its fight against Russian invasion.
Lloyd Austin will meet with President Zelenskyy and Defense Minister Umerov to discuss Ukraine's arms needs. The visit will also provide an opportunity to assess US-Ukraine relations over the past 2.5 years of war.
NATO allies are discussing a possible cut in U. S. aid to Ukraine if Trump wins the election. Europe is being asked to step up support as Russia continues to make tactical gains on the battlefield.
U. S. officials believe that Israel will retaliate against Iran before the November 5 U.S. elections. Israel has assured the US that the attack will be limited to military targets, not oil or nuclear facilities.
U. S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin will visit Europe to participate in NATO and G7 meetings. They will discuss strengthening military support for Ukraine and ensuring its security.
The US has called on Israel to improve the humanitarian situation in Gaza within a month. Otherwise, Israel may face restrictions on US military aid.
The United States demands that Israel improve the humanitarian situation in Gaza within 30 days. Failure to comply risks Israel losing American military aid.
US Secretary of Defense Austin expressed his condolences to Israel over the deaths of soldiers in the Hezbollah attack. He called for a shift from military action to diplomacy to ensure the safety of civilians.
Lloyd Austin and John Healey discussed the war in Ukraine and the situation in the Middle East. They reaffirmed their determination to support Kyiv against Russian aggression and the importance of containing Iran.
The Pentagon's deputy spokeswoman said that Ukraine is successfully defending itself from russian attacks thanks to Western air defense. The United States will continue to support, but will not intervene directly in the conflict.
Israeli Prime Minister says Iran “made a big mistake” by attacking the country. The United States helped repel the attack and supports Israel, but calls for a diplomatic solution.
US Defense Secretary Austin said he had no prior warning of Israeli strikes on Hezbollah headquarters in Beirut. He called for diplomacy to avoid a full-scale war between Israel and Hezbollah.
The United States is building up its military forces in the Middle East as the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah escalates.
Lloyd Austin and Rustem Umerov had a telephone conversation on the dynamics of the fighting and priorities for security assistance to Ukraine. The successful meeting of the Contact Group on Ukraine's Defense in Ramstein was discussed.
The United States will provide Ukraine with additional security assistance packages in the coming days. This was confirmed by a White House spokesperson after the US and Ukrainian defense ministers spoke about the situation at the front and defense needs.
U. S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin had a phone conversation with his Ukrainian counterpart Rustem Umerov. They discussed priority security assistance and Ukraine's current operations on the battlefield.