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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.
Half of Putin's inner circle wants to end the war due to the critical state of the Russian economy. Zelenskyy is ready for dialogue but rules out territorial concessions.
Washington has officially notified NATO of a reduction in its participation in the Force Model. European allies must strengthen their own defense and aviation component.
Canadian diplomats visited Caracas to assess the state of the embassy. Mark Carney's government is considering restoring presence and investing in resource extraction.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy will attend the G7 summit in France at the end of June. The President will discuss military diplomacy and strengthening air defense with the leaders.
Canadian Minister of Public Safety, Democratic Institutions and Intergovernmental Affairs Dominic LeBlanc has called on the United States and Mexico to extend the trade agreement for 16 years. Donald Trump, in turn, referred to Canada as the 51st U.S. state.
The "Night Wolves" have opened new chapters in Europe to support Russian aggression. Club members are raising funds for the occupiers and spreading Kremlin propaganda.
Pete Hegseth demands that NATO increase defense spending and stop being protectorates. He also noted the "alarming" military buildup of China.
Saab is proposing that Canada manufacture Gripen fighter jets for Ukraine in the event of a procurement deal for these aircraft. The project involves the construction of 20 new airframes.
Airlogix and Sentinel are establishing a joint venture in Canada to manufacture UAVs. The produced reconnaissance drones will be handed over to the Defense Forces of Ukraine.
The vessel returned to Cape Town after seven months of operation and 18 crossings of the Drake Passage. For the first time, scientists conducted research beyond the Arctic Circle.
GDLS has called the RCH 155 artillery module a combat-proven solution. This indicates the likely use of the 54 units ordered by Ukraine at the front.
In Volgograd, a drone damaged a building two kilometers from the Titan-Barrikady defense enterprise. The plant produces launchers for Yars and Iskander missiles.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will meet with Emmanuel Macron on June 12. The leaders will discuss defense cooperation and energy ahead of the G7 summit.
Canada is preparing an agreement with Germany's SEFE for gas supplies from a new $10 billion terminal. This will help Europe replace Russian energy resources.
Andrii Sybiha reported 90 deaths of Belarusians who fought for Ukraine. The parties discussed the accountability of the Lukashenko regime for war crimes.
The Spanish Ministry of Health has confirmed a hantavirus infection in a passenger of the MV Hondius. The patient is in isolation under medical supervision at the Gómez Ulla Hospital.
The new Star Wars installment topped the box office in the US and Canada with a result of $102 million. This is the franchise's first feature film in seven years.
Five NATO countries blocked a plan to spend 0. 25% of GDP on military aid to Ukraine. Mark Rutte's initiative did not receive the necessary unanimous support.
Darya Sliesarenko lost her wedding dress due to a Russian attack on the Kyiv shopping center 'Kvadrat'. On social media, dozens of Ukrainian women have offered the girl their own gowns.
Premier Danielle Smith has scheduled a referendum for October 19 regarding Alberta's future. The vote was initiated following petitions for secession from Canada.
Mark Rutte and Ulf Kristersson stated that the distribution of aid to Ukraine is uneven. They called on allies to increase financial contributions to defense.
Manuel Neuer returns to the German national team for the 2026 World Cup. Julian Nagelsmann plans to make the experienced goalkeeper the first-choice number one.
On May 18, the victims of the genocide of the Crimean Tatar people are honored, and reservists of the Armed Forces of Ukraine are congratulated. Globally, Museum Day is observed and efforts to find an HIV vaccine are highlighted.
Canada has confirmed a case of hantavirus in a cruise ship passenger. The infected Yukon resident is currently in the hospital, and other contacts have been isolated.
Liudmyla Luzan won gold, and Ivanna Diachenko took bronze at the Canoe Sprint World Cup in Germany. Luzan triumphed in the 200-meter canoe sprint.
Canada is strengthening Arctic defense in cooperation with Nordic countries following Trump's statements on Greenland. The region will be protected against Russian military activity.
Mark Carney called Alberta an integral part of Canada and announced energy development plans. This comes as a response to the collection of 300,000 signatures calling for a referendum on the province's independence.
Up to a quarter of the 2026 World Cup matches could take place under dangerous heat conditions, threatening players and fans. The final and key matches of the tournament are at risk.
Ukraine has begun preparing a Drone Deal with Canada to expand defense cooperation. Already 20 states are working with Kyiv at various levels regarding Drone Deals.