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France
UK Weighs Three Scenarios for Possible Troop Deployments to Ukraine
A potential deployment could involve thousands of British troops, despite warnings from military leaders about the UK’s limited capacity for full-scale war.
Jan. 16, 2025
France
French Special Forces Held Secret Exercise to Counter Belarus Attack on Ukraine
Exercise Perseus was a secret French drill held over several weeks toward the end of 2024 to prepare for a potential intervention in the event of an incursion into Ukraine from Belarus.
Jan. 16, 2025
War in Ukraine
‘There Will Be No Quick and Easy Solution’ – Ukraine at War Update for Jan. 7
“Dozens” of Ukrainian desertions reported at French barracks as Macron asks Kyiv to be “realistic;
” A peaceful transition of power in US this time; Biden increases sanctions on Russian oil exports.
Jan. 7, 2025
France
Ukrainian Army – Finally – Admits ‘Shortfalls’ in High-Profile 155th Brigade Armed and Equipped by France
Ukrainian military media had reported on the rot in the 155th Mechanized Brigade for more than two months. Some reporters violated wartime censorship rules and risked jail to force an army reaction.
Jan. 6, 2025
France
Ukraine Investigates Alleged Mass Desertion of French-Trained 155th ‘Anne of Kyiv’ Brigade
Ukraine launches a criminal probe into the 155th Mechanized Brigade after reports surfaced of 1,700 soldiers going AWOL, raising concerns over the AFU’s military management and training effectiveness.
Jan. 3, 2025
Europe
Zelensky Condemns New Orleans Terror Attack Leaving 10 Dead, Dozens Injured in US
The Ukrainian president and several other world leaders expressed horror after a deadly terrorist attack in New Orleans killed 10, injured 35 on New Year’s. Police continue looking for collaborators.
Jan. 1, 2025
France
High-Profile French-Trained Ukrainian Brigade Loses Commander Days Before Going to Combat Line
A Ukrainian lawmaker has claimed Ukraine’s first major fighting formation trained exclusively outside the country is “in chaos.” A high-profile journalist said the unit lost 1,000 men to desertion.
Dec. 16, 2024
Zelensky
Trump in Paris as Notre Dame Reopens, May Meet Zelensky
Macron will meet with Trump and Zelensky before the Notre Dame events; unclear whether the three would hold a joint meeting and no direct Trump-Zelensky meeting has been officially confirmed.
Dec. 7, 2024
Zelensky Says Call With Trump, Macron After G7 ‘Could Change a Lot’
Zelensky said the post-summit call focused on strengthening Kyiv’s position, cooperation with allies and diplomatic prospects for peace.
June 18, 2026
