The Pentagon announced the availability of another $7. 1 billion for military support to Ukraine under USAI. The funds include $4.3 billion for 2024 and $2.8 billion in refunds.
Donald Trump has appointed Congressman Mike Waltz as his National Security Advisor. Waltz has 27 years of experience in the US Special Forces and has worked in the White House and the Pentagon.
The President of Ukraine announced that he was working with the United States to strengthen the air defense system before the winter. New defense packages from Canada, Britain, Lithuania, and Sweden were also announced.
The United States plans to send Ukraine more than 500 interceptor missiles for the Patriot and NASAMS air defense systems in the coming weeks. The deliveries should cover Ukraine's air defense needs until the end of the year.
The Biden administration has allowed U. S. defense contractors to work in Ukraine to maintain the supplied weapons. The contractors will stay away from the front line and will not take part in combat operations.
The Pentagon intends to use $4 billion of PDA and $2 billion of USAI to support Ukraine until the end of Biden's term. The US will continue to provide assistance packages on a weekly basis.
The Biden administration plans to urgently transfer the balance of military aid to Ukraine worth more than $6 billion. The Pentagon is trying to realize all the allocated funds before the possible arrival of Trump, who may limit support.
The Pentagon has commented on reports of North Korean military personnel watching pornography in Russia. A representative of the US Department of Defense said that they are concerned about more serious aspects of military cooperation between the DPRK and Russia.
South Korea's Defense Ministry reported more than 10,000 North Korean troops in russia, including in kursk. The Pentagon and Ukrainian intelligence confirm this information.
Richardson, the U. S. Chief Inspector General for Aid Monitoring, arrived in Kyiv. His work is aimed at ensuring transparency of US aid and supporting Ukraine's Euro-Atlantic aspirations.
The United States has sent B-52 bombers and warships to the Middle East to deter Iran. The Pentagon warns of a response to possible attacks on Americans and their interests in the region.
The US Ambassador for the Arctic has expressed concern over Russia and China's joint military activities off Alaska. The countries have stepped up cooperation in the region, including joint bomber flights and patrols.
The Pentagon estimates Ukraine's military capability for 6-12 months due to a possible lack of resources. Ukraine deploys new brigades to the Kursk region, changing the original plans for their use.
The Pentagon has announced a new package of military aid to Ukraine worth $425 million. The package includes air defense missiles, HIMARS ammunition, artillery, Stryker armored vehicles, and other equipment.
The US and South Korean defense ministers called on the DPRK to withdraw its troops from Russian territory. According to the Pentagon, some of the 10,000 North Korean troops have already been deployed in the Kursk region.
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 Ukraine said that global conflicts not only divert attention from Ukraine, but also divide military aid. Zelenskyy also noted the impact of these conflicts on the country's information support.
For the first time, Ukrainian artillery attacked buildings with alleged North Korean military locations in the Kursk region.
North Korea is implementing new security measures to protect Kim Jong-un due to the threat of assassination attempts. Pyongyang is installing communication jamming systems and drone detection equipment.
The United States is experiencing a shortage of air defense missiles due to high demand in the Middle East and Ukraine. Production capacity cannot keep up with the pace of missile use, which threatens the defense capabilities of the United States and its allies.
The United States is holding consultations on how to respond to the potential involvement of the North Korean military by Russia. According to the State Department, the DPRK has sent about 10,000 soldiers to Russia.
The United States reports 10,000 North Korean troops sent to Russia to participate in the war against Ukraine. Some of them have already moved closer to the Ukrainian border.
The Pentagon reports 10,000 North Korean troops in Russia, some of whom are moving to Ukraine. The US will not impose new restrictions on the use of US weapons if the DPRK participates in hostilities.
The Pentagon has approved the sale of NASAMS air defense systems and radar systems to Taiwan. The delivery includes advanced AMRAAM surface-to-air missiles successfully tested in Ukraine.
Beijing is showing signs of discontent with the DPRK's deepening ties with Russia after sending 12,000 North Korean soldiers. China fears destabilization in the region and a return to the Cold War model.
The Wall Street Journal reports on Elon Musk's regular contacts with Putin since 2022. The billionaire discusses business and geopolitics with the Kremlin, including Starlink and Ukraine.
Israel has developed a detailed plan for a retaliatory strike against the residences of Iranian leaders and military facilities. The plan had to be postponed due to the leak of classified Pentagon documents.
Ukraine's Defense Ministry and the Pentagon conducted an audit of U. S. spare parts for the Armed Forces. No significant deviations in the accounting and use of international military assistance were found.
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.