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NATO
US Plans to Cut One-Third of Fighter Jets It Provides to NATO in Europe, Report Says
The proposed drawdown would shift more responsibility to European allies as Washington redirects forces toward other global priorities.
June 13, 2026
Europe
EU Says It Has Proof China Trained Russian Soldiers for War in Ukraine
The EU says it has confirmed that Chinese facilities trained Russian soldiers, some of whom later fought in Ukraine
June 12, 2026
Ukraine
EU Opens First Accession Negotiation Cluster With Ukraine, Moldova
Brussels has agreed to open the “fundamentals” cluster with Ukraine and Moldova, calling it a historic step and a reward for their resilience as Russia’s war against Ukraine enters its fifth year.
June 12, 2026
Ukraine
US Secretary of State Congratulates Russians on Russia Day
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has congratulated Russian citizens, while underscoring Washington’s push for a negotiated end to the war in Ukraine.
June 12, 2026
Ukraine
Ukraine Signs Nearly 20 Joint Defense Production Agreements With EU Countries
Ukraine is expanding international defense partnerships, signing almost 20 joint production agreements and targeting $55 billion in annual defense output.
June 12, 2026
Putin Threatens to Intensify Attacks on Ukraine’s Infrastructure
Vladimir Putin says attacks on Ukraine’s infrastructure will increase in retaliation to strikes on Russian territory.
June 12, 2026
NATO
Sweden Warns Russia Could Test NATO in Near Future
A Swedish parliamentary defense report warned that Russia may seek to test NATO’s unity.
June 12, 2026
Ukraine
Latvian Defense Minister Arrives in Ukraine on First Official Foreign Visit
Kyiv and Riga are set to deepen ties as Latvia’s defense chief begins high-level talks on military support and joint production.
June 12, 2026
War in Ukraine
Zelensky Unveils Defense Overhaul: Higher Pay, Fixed Service Terms, New Contracts for Troops
Rear pay would rise to Hr.30,000 ($667), with frontline contracts averaging Hr.300,000 ($6,667).
June 12, 2026
Russia
OPINION: Dostoyevsky: What the West Fails to Note About Him and Russia
A deeper look at Dostoyevsky challenges the West’s admiration for Russian literature, exposing a dark psychological and moral landscape still reflected in many Russian crimes today.
June 12, 2026
War in Ukraine
Russian Lawmaker Warns of ‘Social Explosion’ Amid War Losses, Demands ‘Public Plan’ to End War
Russian Communist Party member urged authorities to publish a “clear public plan for ending the special military operation,” warning that failure to do so would deepen instability.
June 12, 2026
NATO
US Plans to Slash Fighter Jets, Warships to NATO in Europe: Report
The reported cutbacks come as European nations race to bolster their defense capacities since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022 sparked fears that Moscow could attack a NATO country.
June 12, 2026
Ukrainian Air Force
Russia May Launch Oreshnik Missile at Ukraine on Friday, Air Force Warns
The warning comes weeks after Moscow used Oreshnik missiles in a massive strike, while reports suggest Russia is conducting related launch drills.
June 12, 2026
US
Trump Says US Has 'Ended War With Iran' After Deal Claims and Kharg Island Escalation
Trump says US has ended the war with Iran after deal claims, but Tehran denies any final agreement as tensions over strikes and oil hubs persist.
June 12, 2026
War in Ukraine
Lasting Peace for Ukraine Is Key to Black Sea Security
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said regional stability depends on achieving a lasting peace between Ukraine and Russia based on international law.
June 12, 2026
Russia
At Romania’s Edge, Quiet Life Meets Threat of War
Drone crashes near Romania’s Danube border spark unease, but locals in Sulina say life and tourism continue despite war nearby.
June 12, 2026
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