FT calls Zelensky's signing of the NABU and SAPO bill a power grab and his biggest political crisis. Protests erupt in Kyiv as western allies urge to rethink move against anti-corruption bodies. But Zelenskyy heard society and EU, US partners and rewrote the law. 1/
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Protesters invoke Orwell’s 1984, target Yermak in peaceful action
Protesters drew parallels to Orwell’s 1984. Others called out powerful officials: “Yermak – this is your law.” The mood was sharp, but peaceful, a new generation raised on the values of Maidan found its voice in real political action. 4/
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Ukraine Loses €1.5 Billion EU Funds Over Unfulfilled Reforms
Ukraine will not receive almost 1.5 billion euros from the EU for one of the tranches due to unfulfilled reforms. https://ift.tt/UaXbTSV #liga #news
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Support package: training, maintenance, repairs, no weapons transfer
This package includes training, maintenance, repairs, spare parts, logistics, and engineering support. The contract doesn’t include the transfer of weapons but ensures the continuous operation of the systems already in Ukraine’s possession. 5/
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US approves $150M sale of M109 howitzer maintenance gear to Ukraine
The U.S. State Department has also approved the sale to Ukraine of equipment for the maintenance and overhaul of M109 self-propelled howitzers to Ukraine for $150M. 3/
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US Approves $180M Sale of Air Defense Equipment to Ukraine
And the sale to Ukraine of equipment and services to support American air defense systems worth $180M, the Defense Security Cooperation Agency reported and submitted a note to Congress. 4/
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$150M pour véhicules Bradley et leur soutien
$150M is designated for Bradley infantry fighting vehicles, their repair, and technical support. 3/
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US State Department approves $652M in military aid to Ukraine
All signs show that the U.S. will continue military support to Ukraine. In the past 24 hours, the U.S. State Department approved the sale of 4 military aid packages to Ukraine worth $652 million. It’s a positive step forward. 1/
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Elon Musk disabled Starlink during Ukrainian offensive
Reuters: Elon Musk disabled Starlink in the Kherson region during Ukraine's 2022 offensive. https://ift.tt/5cqMSiI #liga #новини
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Russia losing grip on post-Soviet states as troops redeploy to Ukraine
Russia is losing control over post-Soviet states. Armenia, Azerbaijan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan sign deals, push out Russian troops, and cut Moscow from talks, while Putin pulls forces to fight in Ukraine, Jeffrey Mankoff for Foreign Affairs. 1/