Weapons
Ukraine strikes security deal with Poland
Poland says it will supply weapons to Ukraine as long as that doesn’t undermine its own security.
Ukrainian drones blew up a large ammo depot in Russia
American allies fear Biden is finished and can’t beat Trump
Secret meetings, private threats and a massive arms race: How the world is preparing for Trump
Surging Le Pen threatens Macron’s European defense dreams
Europe has avoided the nuke question for decades. No longer
Ukraine ‘bridge’ to NATO could be dangerous, experts warn
Europeans skeptical Ukraine will win war, polling shows
Most EU countries surveyed also opposed increasing their defense spending for Ukraine.
Trump’s plan for NATO is emerging
Trump advisers envision a ‘radical reorientation’ in which Washington takes a back seat to Europe — and cuts a deal with Putin over Ukraine.
Now what? Here are the next moves for all the key players after the Trump immunity ruling
Judge Tanya Chutkan, special counsel Jack Smith, and Donald Trump’s lawyers have big decisions to make after the immunity ruling.
Zelenskyy urges Biden to allow Ukraine to hit Russian airfields to stop Kremlin bombing campaign
Ukraine needs U.S. permission to use ATACMS to hit Russian bases where bomb-dropping aircraft are based.
White House knows it can do little to push back on ‘problematic’ Netanyahu
The Biden administration has no choice but to work with the Israeli prime minister to get a cease-fire and hostage deal done.
Hungary: The EU’s two-faced defense champion
Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has railed against Western aid to Ukraine while spending big on defense at home.
France deepens military ties with Germany, Poland ahead of risky snap election
There is fear that a far-right victory could upend France’s foreign and military policy.
Russia threatens ‘consequences’ for US over Crimea missile strikes
“What exactly — time will tell,” Kremlin spokesperson warns Washington.
EU approves up to €1.4B military aid to Ukraine from Russian frozen assets
The money will be used for direct purchases of kit like ammunition and aerial defense systems.
White House fears mount about Bibi’s Washington visit
The Israeli prime minister’s video this week, accusing the U.S. of withholding military aid, has raised the stakes (and the concerns) about his July 24 speech.
US says Ukraine can hit inside Russia ‘anywhere’ its forces attack across the border
The policy is not limited to the Kharkiv region, U.S. officials said.
Putin warns South Korea: Sending killer weapons to Ukraine would be a ‘big mistake’
Russian president delivered the warning after Seoul announced it would consider arming Kyiv.
5 challenges for NATO’s next chief Mark Rutte
From Trump to Wilders, from a lack of money to a lack of air defense systems, the next NATO secretary-general will have a busy time.
Meet Germany’s Lord of the Drones
A drone entrepreneur wants to save Europe with smarter war robots
Russia accuses France of fomenting war in the Caucasus with arms sale
Paris, meanwhile, believes that providing weapons to Armenia reduces the likelihood of further attacks from Azerbaijan.
Putin and Kim pledge ‘mutual assistance’ against ‘aggression’ in colorful visit
Russia-North Korea treaty is the latest sign of close ties between the two pariah states.
Bardella: No troops or long-range missiles to Ukraine
The National Rally leader said he would continue increases in defense spending if he’s appointed prime minister in July after the legislative elections.
EPP’s new Hungarian members oppose sending weapons to Ukraine
MEP-elect Péter Magyar says while he supports Ukraine’s right to defend its territory, Hungary won’t be sending “troops or weapons.”
Europe presses US to lift Ukraine weapons limits
President Joe Biden has given narrow permission to strike Russia using U.S. weapons. But Kyiv and European allies are looking for more.
G7 leaders to issue strong warning against China trade practices
The G7 leaders also hardened their tone against Beijing over its support of Russia and called on China to “cease the transfer of dual-use materials.”
Join forces already, Orbán tells Meloni and Le Pen
Hungarian leader’s comments come after the French far-right leader pitched a united front to Italy’s prime minister.
Biden strikes security deal with Zelenskyy — but its future is in doubt
The move comes as President Biden aims to portray himself as the unquestioned leader of the West heading into November’s presidential election.
The secret arms deal that cost Putin an ally
Leaked files reveal betrayal by Russia’s proxies provoked Armenia to quit a military alliance with Moscow, in a blow to Vladimir Putin.