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NATO defense ministers will discuss support for Ukraine and strengthening deterrence. Priorities include air defense, long-range weapons, and increased defense production.

In the course of the three-year war against Ukraine, Russia has lost about a million soldiers. Ukrainian losses are estimated at 400,000. In total, 20% of the territory is occupied.

From June 6, the EU will restore quotas on imports of Ukrainian agricultural products. Experts estimate Ukraine's possible losses from 1.5 to 3 billion euros.

Great Britain has promised Ukraine 100,000 drones by April 2026, which is ten times more than before. The country has also completed the dispatch of 140,000 artillery shells.

NATO countries plan to include funds spent on strengthening the Armed Forces of Ukraine as defense spending. This will happen as part of the Alliance's proposal to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP.

Pete Hegset will also join European defense chiefs in celebrating the anniversary of the Allied landings in Normandy. He will call on NATO allies to increase defense spending.

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Cybercrime in Germany has risen to a record level due to attacks by pro-Russian and anti-Israeli groups. Losses amounted to €178.6 billion, with a crime clearance rate of 32%.

The UK will sign a NATO agreement to increase defense spending to 3. 5% of GDP by 2035, which will increase arms spending by $40.5 billion. The Prime Minister has agreed to increase rearmament funding to 3%.

The Moldovan government advises its citizens to avoid traveling to Russia due to the deteriorating security situation and the risk of detention. There are also warnings about the arbitrariness of law enforcement agencies.

The British government plans to send $2. 5 billion from the sale of "Chelsea" to Ukraine. If an agreement is not reached, Abramovich faces a lawsuit.

The global economy is experiencing its weakest growth since the COVID-19 pandemic due to Trump's trade policies. The OECD has lowered growth forecasts for many G20 countries.

Despite the US call for coordinated action, a new package of EU sanctions against Russia is unlikely to be ready for the G7 summit. Hungary may block some proposals.

According to India Today, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to miss the G7 summit due to domestic political circumstances. This will be the first missed G7 meeting since 2019.

Keir Starmer has vowed to put the country on a "war footing" by investing billions in weapons. This decision was made against the backdrop of Russian aggression and changes in US policy.

On the eve of negotiations with Russia, the Ukrainian delegation coordinated its positions with Germany, Italy, and Great Britain. They discussed a ceasefire, humanitarian measures, and a meeting of leaders.

The United Kingdom plans to build 12 new ударних nuclear submarines, replacing the Astute class. They also promise to invest billions in nuclear warheads.

The United Kingdom is in talks with the Pentagon to purchase American F-35A stealth fighters that can launch tactical nuclear weapons. These aircraft will become the second pillar of nuclear deterrence.

Great Britain is investing $2 billion in the construction of six factories for the production of weapons and ammunition. This is part of a plan to strengthen the country's defense capabilities in response to global threats.

An international study has shown that an exercise program reduces the risk of colon cancer recurrence and improves survival. After 5 years, 80% of patients were cured.

American actress Valerie Mahaffey has died at the age of 71 after a battle with cancer. She is known for her roles in the TV series "Desperate Housewives" and "Young Sheldon."

The international beauty contest Miss World 2025 took place in Hyderabad, where Opal Suchati Chuangsri from Thailand won. Ukrainian Maria Melnychenko entered the top 8 of the competition.

Ukraine is preparing agreements with the Baltic and Northern European countries, and also plans to fill the content of the G7 and NATO summits. Zelenskyy emphasized the strengthening of sanctions against Russia and forcing it to peace.

Britain and France will focus on supporting Ukraine's defense without U. S. assistance, as there are concerns that Trump will abandon the role of mediator. Europe will increase economic pressure on Russia.

Sweden is strengthening control over ships in the Baltic Sea to counter the Russian "shadow fleet" used to circumvent sanctions. Gathering information about ships will form the basis for sanctions.

A volunteer from New Zealand, Sean Le Kerns, died during combat operations. He defended Ukraine in the ranks of the Defense Forces, as reported by the Ambassador of Ukraine to Australia.

Elon Musk is officially stepping down as an advisor to Trump, having achieved less success than planned. During his tenure, he managed to make statements regarding Ukraine and provoke a number of conflicts.

Jan Lipavský stated that in regions where Russia borders NATO countries, there is no war, unlike other regions where conflicts are taking place. Kellogg previously said that Russia's concern about NATO expansion is understandable.

Russia earns billions from oil exports to the West, which allows it to finance the war. Russia's revenues from fossil fuels fell by only 5% in 2024, despite sanctions.

The next round of negotiations between Ukraine and Russia will take place on June 2 in Istanbul. Ukraine expects a "memorandum" from Russia with a vision for a ceasefire for discussion.