Politics
The US has unveiled a new strategy to prevent conflict with China, focusing on Taiwan and the South China Sea
The Donald Trump administration has released its updated 2025 National Security Strategy, which identifies containing China and preventing war over Taiwan as its top priorities. The US plans to strengthen the military presence of its allies in the region and maintain its “military advantage.”
Shooting again on the border between Pakistan and Afghanistan: dead and wounded
There has been another armed clash at the border crossing between Pakistan and Afghanistan. Several people have been killed and dozens wounded. Traffic through the checkpoint has been temporarily suspended.
Russian shadow fleet tanker Kairos, hit by drones, drifts off the coast of Bulgaria
After an attack by Ukrainian naval drones, the tanker Kairos, linked to Russia's “shadow fleet,” found itself in critical condition off the coast of Bulgaria. The crew has been evacuated, and a rescue operation is underway — the ship is drifting near the coast.
Ukraine celebrates Armed Forces Day: gratitude to the military and unwavering faith in victory
On December 6, Ukraine celebrates Armed Forces Day. The country holds celebrations, awards military personnel, and observes moments of silence for the fallen. The president emphasized that the strength of the army lies in its people, and victory depends on unity.
Syrsky: 710,000 Russian troops on the front line, fiercest fighting continues in the east and south
The commander-in-chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported that Russia has concentrated more than 710,000 soldiers along the front line, where the fiercest battles are taking place. Ukraine's strategy is to exhaust the enemy and strike deep into Russia.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi: ‘It is unacceptable to give up territory.’
The General Staff of Ukraine rejects any proposals to cede Ukrainian land for the sake of peace. Kyiv insists on the full return of the territories.
Russia has created a ‘shadow fleet’ of more than 1,240 tankers — a new revelation from the Centre for Countering Disinformation
Since the start of its full-scale invasion, Russia has amassed an extremely large and fragile fleet of more than 1,240 tankers — officially registered as civilian vessels, but actually used to circumvent sanctions and support Russia's military operations.
Norway to acquire two more submarines with long-range missiles — strengthening the fleet for European security
Norway has signed a contract to purchase two new missile-armed submarines. This move is intended to strengthen the country's defence capabilities and protect its northern maritime borders in the context of the tense security situation in Europe.
The US has set Europe a deadline of 2027 — allies must take on a larger share of NATO's defence
The US military has called on European countries to modernise their armed forces by 2027 in order to take on a larger share of NATO's defence capabilities. This decision is intended to reduce the Alliance's dependence on the US.
The US may lift the ban on F-35 deliveries to Turkey — a diplomatic breakthrough amid the struggle with Russia
Washington has announced that it has removed the ‘Russian obstacle’ to the delivery of Turkish F-35s. This paves the way for the resumption of the programme, which was suspended due to Ankara's rapprochement with Moscow.
The Bundestag has approved military service reform — Germany will strengthen its army to respond to new threats
The German Bundestag has approved military service reform — the new rules are intended to modernise the armed forces recruitment system and enhance Germany's defence capabilities amid the security crisis in Europe.
The US has called on the EU to block the transfer of frozen Russian assets to Ukraine — conflict over financial support intensifies
According to Bloomberg, the US has called on European countries not to transfer funds from seized Russian assets to Ukraine — the decision has caused a new rift among allies over the issue of financing Kyiv.
