Romania will consider supplying Ukraine with one of its Patriot air defense systems to protect it from Russian air attacks, President Klaus Iohannis said after meeting with US President Joe Biden.
Yermak discussed with former NATO Chief Rasmussen and other international figures a draft report on Ukraine's future membership in NATO, preparations for the Peace Summit in Switzerland, and the need for security guarantees and support from partner countries in the context of the ongoing war with Russia.
Ukraine's Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal held an online meeting with his Bulgarian counterpart Dimitar Glavchev to discuss Ukraine's military needs and Bulgaria's support for Ukraine's integration into the EU and NATO.
Ukrainian pilots and engineers continue to train on F-16s on an ongoing basis, completing language training, ground training, and light aircraft training before starting training on the multi-role F-16s, using all available seats provided by air coalition partners as Ukraine awaits delivery of F-16s to protect its airspace and conduct strikes on occupied territory.
The Pentagon sees no changes in russia's strategic nuclear forces, despite Moscow's "irresponsible rhetoric" about nuclear exercises.
The Polish foreign minister hopes that NATO will outline plans to strengthen Ukraine's security and integration into the Alliance during the upcoming summit in Washington.
Russia will perceive the arrival of F-16s in Ukraine as nuclear weapons carriers and a deliberate provocation by the United States and NATO, regardless of the aircraft's modification.
Germany plans to deploy a permanent brigade to Lithuania to strengthen NATO's eastern defense. The deployment of the German brigade in the Baltic country is "in full swing.
Shmyhal and the Prime Minister of Iceland discussed strengthening bilateral cooperation, support for Ukraine, and preparations for the Peace Summit.
russia may be considering increasing its missile arsenal to deter the West amid open confrontation and deteriorating relations caused by its invasion of Ukraine.
According to Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal, Ukraine has carried out all the necessary reforms and is now "one step away from an invitation" to join NATO. Shmyhal expects Ukraine to receive the invitation at the NATO summit in July.
The Prime Minister of Ukraine said that reinforcements from NATO countries would help push back the Russian occupiers, and Kyiv would be grateful for additional troops.
Hakeem Jeffries, the Democratic leader in the U. S. House of Representatives, warned that America would "have to intervene" with its military if Ukraine "falls" in a war with Russia, as Vladimir Putin seeks to recreate the Soviet Union and threatens NATO allies.
Ukrainians, including soldiers on the frontline, celebrated Easter amid the ongoing war, sharing photos and videos of holiday traditions such as blessing Easter cakes, decorating eggs and exchanging greetings of "Christ is risen. "
NATO recognizes two options for direct intervention in Ukraine's war with Russia: a breakthrough on Ukraine's northwestern border to create a corridor to Belarus or a military provocation against the Baltic states, Poland, or Moldova that could test the West's reaction during the elections.
European intelligence agencies warn of russia's plans for large-scale sabotage across the continent, including explosions, arson and attacks on infrastructure that could lead to civilian casualties.
According to the Finnish transport and communications agency Traficom, the GPS jamming in the Baltic region is likely a side effect of russian military activities aimed at interfering with the navigation and control of drones.
Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski avoided disclosing Poland's plans for a possible military intervention in support of Ukraine against russia.
If elected president, Trump plans to demand that NATO allies increase defense spending to 3% of GDP, excluding aid to Ukraine.
British Foreign Secretary David Cameron opposed sending Western troops to Ukraine, saying it would be a dangerous escalation and that NATO soldiers should not kill Russian soldiers.
The Prime Minister of Georgia accused the former US ambassador of fomenting a revolution in the country in 2020-2023.
According to President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Russians are unlikely to use nuclear weapons because they value life, power, and money that would be lost if they did.
Finland is in contact with NATO and the EU about growing GPS interference from Russia, which has increased during Russia's war in Ukraine, Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen said.
NATO has condemned Russia's malicious cyber campaign against the Social Democratic Party of Germany and Czech institutions. The Alliance is considering a coordinated response.
Biden's team plans to make this topic less public after the approval of the aid to Ukraine, as economic issues are a priority for voters ahead of the re-election campaign.
Zelenskyy met with British Foreign Secretary Cameron in Kyiv to discuss the situation at the front, military aid supplies, and preparations for upcoming international summits.
According to the deputy head of the Main Military Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine, Russia could invade the Baltic states in 7 days, while NATO's response would take 10 days, putting the Baltic states at risk if Ukraine's allies do not increase defense production to help Kyiv.
Russia may be preparing an offensive against the Kharkiv and Sumy regions of Ukraine in late May or early June with up to 70,000 troops.
NATO condemns Russia's hybrid actions against Allies and will respond to such attacks individually and collectively, while continuing to support Ukraine.
Kuleba discussed the security situation in Ukraine and the South Caucasus with Armenian Foreign Minister Mirzoyan in a telephone conversation.