Prime Minister of Latvia Andris Kulbergs announced the strengthening of security of the hydroelectric dam and gas storage due to intelligence data about a threat from Russia. He appealed to NATO for additional air defense systems and troops.
Andriy Sybiha will take part in a meeting of the EU Council of Foreign Ministers and an event on the release of Ukrainians held by Russia. Key topics are sanctions, air defense, and Ukraine's accession to the EU.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte highly praised the effectiveness of Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil refining infrastructure. According to him, the total production volume at refineries in Russia has decreased by a third.
At Ramstein, Zelenskyy stated there is an acute need for air defense and shells. Current production volumes in Europe and funding are insufficient for the needs of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
The NATO Secretary General stated that Putin must decide whether he is ready for negotiations. Currently, Russia is spending nearly half of its budget on defense.
Pete Hegseth announced a transition to NATO 3. 0 to strengthen military capabilities in Europe. The Alliance must return to the tough deterrence of aggression.
Rutte discussed with Zelenskyy the supply of air defense systems and Russian losses of 35,000 personnel monthly. The NATO Secretary General noted the importance of US assistance.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy will participate in the Ramstein format meeting today. This was announced by NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte during meetings in Brussels.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte will visit the US to strengthen unity ahead of the Ankara summit. Discussions will cover shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and defense spending.
Zelenskyy and Rutte discussed US air defense licenses and missile supplies. Ukraine received an invitation to the next NATO summit in Ankara.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with the NATO Secretary General and the King of Belgium in Brussels. Ahead are the Ramstein-format meeting and meetings with defense ministers.
Mark Rutte stated that NATO is closely monitoring the military training of Russians in China. The Alliance is not naive and controls every aspect of this cooperation.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte supported Donald Trump's desire to end the war in Ukraine. He noted that Putin is not yet ready for peace negotiations.
Mark Rutte stated that the resumption of contacts with the Russian Federation is being discussed within the EU.
The NATO summit will focus on the supply of Patriot missiles and military equipment. Rutte confirmed the West's readiness to ensure the financing of Ukraine's defense.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will present a defense investment plan by the NATO summit in Ankara. The conversation with NATO Secretary General Rutte took place amid intensifying political pressure
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.
Fedorov and the Norwegian Defense Minister discussed the supply of Patriot missiles and drone funding. Aid priorities were coordinated ahead of the Ramstein meeting.
Slovak Foreign Minister Juraj Blanár met with Andrii Sybiha in Vinnytsia. The parties honored the fallen defenders and discussed future cooperation.
Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov discussed priorities with NATO Secretary General Rutte ahead of Ramstein. The focus is on air defense, PAC-3 missiles, and the joint UNITE initiative.
Ukraine is asking Germany for dozens of Patriot missiles in exchange for future deliveries. Berlin may announce a decision before the July NATO summit.
Zelenskyy stated that the majority of NATO countries support Ukraine's accession to the Alliance. However, a final decision currently lacks unanimity among the allies.
Partners have made decisions regarding new contributions to the PURL program for June. Zelenskyy urged Europe to create its own anti-ballistic systems.
The President also discussed the Ankara summit with the NATO Secretary General and held talks with the Prime Ministers of the United Kingdom and Norway, Keir Starmer and Jonas Gahr Støre.
Rutte stated that Putin will only hold a May 9th parade by Zelenskyy's decree. Ukraine receives PAC-2 and PAC-3 missiles for American air defense systems every week.
Mark Rutte announced regular deliveries of American interceptors for Ukrainian air defense. PAC-2 and PAC-3 missiles are arriving daily and weekly.
Zelenskyy met with representatives of all 32 NATO countries and Mark Rutte. The leaders honored the memory of fallen warriors at the Wall of Remembrance in Kyiv.
