Paris is negotiating with London for further supplies, as the UK has a larger arsenal of Scalp/Storm Shadow missiles.
North Korea has supplied Russia with 170-mm self-propelled guns and 240-mm multiple launch rocket systems. About 11,000 North Korean troops have arrived in the Kursk region and are already taking part in the fighting.
The US President has approved the supply of anti-personnel mines to Ukraine, despite previous restrictions. The mines will be used only in areas that the US recognizes as part of Ukraine.
At the G20 summit, the French president called on Xi Jinping to help prevent nuclear escalation by Russia. Macron also expressed concern about military cooperation between North Korea and Russia.
Ukraine fired eight ATACMS missiles at a military facility in the Bryansk region of Russia, two of which were intercepted. The attack took place after receiving authorization from the Biden administration on the 1000th day of the war.
The President confirmed that Ukraine has long-range drones of its own production and ATACMS. In 2025, it is planned to produce 3,000 cruise missiles and 30,000 long-range drones.
NATO Secretary General Rutte says restrictions on the use of weapons supplied to Ukraine are inappropriate.
The United States sees no need to adjust its nuclear strategy in response to Russia's decision to lower the threshold for the use of nuclear weapons.
The Ukrainian military launched the first strikes on a military facility in the bryansk region with ATACMS missiles. The attack took place two days after Biden authorized the use of American weapons against russia.
Russian Defense Ministry confirms attack with ATACMS missiles on a military facility in Bryansk region. The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported 12 secondary explosions at the arsenal in Karachiv.
Joe Biden has authorized Ukraine to use American long-range weapons to strike targets in Russia. According to the US Assistant Secretary of State, this may force Russia to enter into peace talks.
The French President approved the US authorization for Ukraine to use US weapons on the territory of Russia. The decision was made in response to Russia's escalation and involvement of the North Korean military.
Trump's representatives consider granting Ukraine ATACMS a step toward escalating the conflict. They emphasize the need to find ways to end the war through negotiations.
The White House calls the latest Russian shelling of Ukraine a “major escalation. ” The United States is ready to evolve its decisions on support for Ukraine, the deputy national security adviser said.
Military experts commented on the possible authorization of the United States to use long-range missiles against Russia. According to them, the Russians have already adapted and moved important facilities further away from the border.
German Vice Chancellor Robert Habeck announced his intention to reconsider Scholz's decision on TAURUS if he becomes Chancellor. Earlier, CDU candidate Friedrich Merz made a similar pledge.
Biden authorized the use of long-range ATACMS missiles in the Kursk area, where North Korean troops are stationed. The decision was communicated to Ukraine three days ago and is intended to deter the DPRK from further assistance to Russia.
In the coming days, Ukraine plans to launch its first long-range attacks with ATACMS missiles with a range of up to 306 km. The United States has authorized the use of weapons for strikes on russian territory.
The European Union is discussing the possibility of continuing to support Ukraine in the event of a Trump administration. The EU has already provided €118 billion in aid, but is critically dependent on American military resources.
Ukraine requests Tomahawk missiles with a range of over 2,400 kilometers from the United States as part of a “non-nuclear deterrence package. ” U.S. officials consider this request unrealistic due to limited stockpiles and lack of justification for use.
President Zelenskyy comes to the Verkhovna Rada to present the Victory Plan.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy will address the Verkhovna Rada today, where he is expected to present the Victory Plan. The plan contains military, political and economic points, some of which will remain classified.
The U. S. military has prepared a list of weapons that could significantly help Ukraine. The list includes air-to-ground missiles and the Link 16 communications system, but the reasons for their non-transfer remain unclear.
Ukrainian defense forces hit the Russian Nebo-M radar with ATACAMS ballistic missiles. The destruction of this station significantly reduces Russia's ability to detect and intercept air targets, creating favorable conditions for the use of cruise missiles.
The President of Ukraine prepares to present the Victory Plan in the United States. Russia intensifies nuclear threats and attacks on Ukrainian cities, and Western allies call for Ukraine to be allowed to strike at Russian territory.
In Crimea, explosions were heard near Dzhankoy after the threat of a “ballistic missile strike” was announced. Eyewitnesses report 4-5 powerful explosions and smoke near the villages of Azovskoye and Peremozhnoye, where a military airfield is located.
The Times reports that Britain and the United States are ready to privately allow Ukraine to use Storm Shadow missiles to strike deep into Russia. The decision may be made in secret to preserve the element of surprise.
In occupied Crimea, three men were detained for listening to the songs of Okean Elzy. They were accused of disturbing public order and insulting the Russian president because of loud Ukrainian music.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi had a telephone conversation with US General Charles Brown. The parties discussed the operational and strategic situation, as well as the critical needs of the Armed Forces of Ukraine for weapons and military equipment.
The Russian Defense Ministry claims to have repelled an attack by 12 US ATACMS missiles on the Crimean bridge at night. The occupiers reported that the bridge was blocked, and locals reported explosions in the Kerch area.