Politics
Zelensky: Territories will be the key issue in the next round of negotiations with the US
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that he had agreed to the US proposal to hold the next round of negotiations on ending the war next week. According to him, the parties will focus on the most difficult issue, territories, as well as the mechanics of the ceasefire and the future economic plan.
Britain to double its contingent in Norway and step up patrols in the North due to threat from Russia
London has announced that over the next three years it will increase its military presence in Norway from 1,000 to 2,000 troops and join a series of NATO exercises and missions in the Arctic. The British Ministry of Defence has reported Russia's renewed military presence in the region and increased submarine activity near British waters.
Ukraine and Moldova to open new 24-hour checkpoint for passengers and cargo
A protocol to the 1997 agreement was signed in Kyiv, allowing for the official opening of another international road crossing on the shared border. The document creates a legal basis for financing the project and expanding the logistical capabilities of the two countries.
Norwegian defence chief does not rule out Russian invasion to protect nuclear assets in the Arctic
Norwegian Defence Minister Eirik Kristoffersen said Oslo cannot completely rule out the scenario of a Russian invasion in the north if Moscow tries to secure its nuclear forces on the Kola Peninsula.
The European Parliament has approved a €90 billion EU loan for Ukraine in 2026 and 2027.
The European Parliament has approved a support package for Ukraine under an urgent procedure, which provides for a €90 billion loan from the European Union for two years. Part of the funds are planned to be allocated to budgetary needs and defence procurement.
Trump considers sending second aircraft carrier to Middle East if talks with Iran fail
US President Donald Trump said he is considering strengthening the American presence in the region with another aircraft carrier strike group if negotiations with Iran fail. At the same time, he expressed optimism about the diplomatic scenario and expects a new round of talks as early as next week.
The White House ignores Latnik's ties to Epstein: the minister confirmed lunch on the island but denied close contacts
US Trade Minister Howard Lattnik admitted that in 2012 he had lunch with Jeffrey Epstein's family on his private island, but said he had no deep ties with him. Despite the new details from the released materials, the White House is showing full support for the official.
Ishinger declared Russia's hybrid war against Europe and did not rule out its involvement in the Epstein case.
Acting Chairman of the Munich Security Conference Wolfgang Ischinger said that Russia is waging a hybrid war against Germany and all of Europe, and that a possible Russian connection to the Jeffrey Epstein case would not surprise him.
Moldova provides Ukraine with humanitarian aid for energy sector and strengthens cooperation on path to EU
Moldova is sending Ukraine a new package of humanitarian aid to overcome the energy crisis, and during a meeting in Kyiv, the parties agreed to deepen cooperation in energy, infrastructure and joint movement towards the European Union.
Germany plans large-scale purchase of strike drones for the Bundeswehr worth over €4 billion
The German Ministry of Defence is fast-tracking the purchase of thousands of strike drones from two German companies to strengthen NATO's eastern flank and close a critical gap in its own combat capabilities.
The EU is considering a five-stage plan for Ukraine's partial membership as early as 2027 – Politico
Brussels is working on an unprecedented mechanism that could allow Ukraine to obtain partial membership in the European Union from 2027, without waiting for the completion of all the reforms required by the classic accession procedure.
The US will transfer control of two key NATO command posts to the Europeans
The United States plans to transfer command of NATO commands in Naples and Norfolk to European officers, while focusing on three other lower-level operational commands responsible for air, sea and land components.
