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Minister of Defense Mykhailo Fedorov reported on a new delivery of mobile F-16 simulators. The simulators are designed specifically for Ukrainian pilots and will allow increasing the intensity of training.
Germany summoned the Russian ambassador over cyberattacks against Germany, the EU, and Ukraine. The EU imposed sanctions against nine individuals and four organizations involved in cyber operations.
Modern warfare is not only changes on the battlefield, but also a change in approaches to the development and implementation of the latest weapons.
The Moroccan national team defeated the Netherlands 3-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in regular time. The decisive strike was made by Ismael Saibari.
Net donors and beneficiaries criticized the initial EU budget proposal. Germany demands spending cuts, while Spain considers the budget insufficient.
The President of France and the Chancellor of Germany criticized the EU for opening communication with Putin, which caused a confrontation with other leaders. The leaders of Estonia, Denmark and the Netherlands supported their position.
European partners may finance the purchase of ten L-39NG Skyfox training and combat aircraft. The aircraft have been equipped with the capability to use underwing machine guns and missiles for intercepting drones.
At the "Ramstein" meeting, partners announced support packages worth over $2. 5 billion. Among the results are over $1 billion for the PURL program, $500 million for long-range munitions, and $1 billion for Ukrainian drones and missiles.
Ukraine's partners at the 35th Ramstein meeting allocated over $1. 7 billion. Of this, $1.2 billion will go to air defense, and $540 million to long-range artillery ammunition.
The Minister of Defense of Ukraine reported the announcement of a $1 billion aid package at the "Ramstein" meeting. At the same time, the Netherlands will transfer about 700 cruise missiles, and the total amount of aid could reach $4 billion.
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.
The Dutch government will provide €500 million for the purchase of drones and weaponry. Half of the amount will be spent on drones from Dutch companies.
Trust in news globally has fallen to 37%, the lowest level since 2015. Audiences are shifting en masse to online video and social media.
The Netherlands has handed over an Alkmaar-class minehunter named Henichesk to Ukraine. The fleet now has five such vessels for searching for and neutralizing naval mines.
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 US and 21 other countries demand that Iran cease attacks on individuals abroad. Tehran's intelligence services are accused of using organized crime for terrorist acts.
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.
Five EU countries propose temporarily restricting voting rights for new members of the bloc. The initiative envisages strengthening control over the rule of law.
The Netherlands has completed its participation in Mission Interflex, which has trained 63,000 personnel. Going forward, Britain will conduct only specialized training for the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
The European Commission will tighten visa rules for Russians following complaints from 11 countries. New security measures will be introduced within the framework of the Visa Code.
The government has launched a two-year experiment using multi-trailer trucks on the Kyiv – Odesa route. This will help reduce logistics costs.
Eleven countries are demanding that the European Commission stop issuing Schengen visas to citizens of the Russian Federation. In 2025, Russians received more than 620 thousand entry permits.
Péter Magyar's government has unblocked 6. 6 billion euros in military aid for Ukraine. This is part of the new prime minister's strategy to improve relations with the EU.
WBC President Mauricio Sulaimán has ordered Usyk to defend his title against Agit Kabayel. In the event of a refusal, the Ukrainian risks losing his championship belt.
The vessel underwent disinfection in Rotterdam following an outbreak of hantavirus from South America. The Netherlands Public Health Service has authorized new voyages.
The Danish shipyard Fayard is repairing Russian Arc7 gas carriers despite government protests. It is the only company in the EU providing such services until sanctions are introduced in 2027.
Estonia has authorized the Tesla FSD system following the Netherlands and Lithuania. The driver must constantly monitor the vehicle and bears full responsibility for its movement.
The war with Iran has depleted US missile arsenals, and their recovery will take years. The shortage of Patriot and Tomahawk systems will persist until 2031.
By mid-year, the 1GNC corps will take over command of troops in Estonia and Latvia. This decision will strengthen the deterrence of Russia on the eastern flank.
China pushed a Dutch frigate out of disputed waters near the Paracel Islands. Beijing employed electronic jamming due to a helicopter launch from the vessel.