Foreign Policy (Paul Hockenos): Ukraine’s reforms are stalling as the U.S. pulls back from democracy aid. Civil society leaders warn: without U.S. pressure, corrupt elites stall or kill key reforms. [a very naive and arrogant take, denying Ukraine’s agency, in my view] 1/
Full-scale invasion and national resilience, broadcasted live.
-
Europe surpasses US aid; Ukraine needs 18 more Patriot systems
Europe has provided €72B in aid, surpassing the U.S. at €65B. However, Ukraine remains reliant on the U.S. for air defenses, with a shortfall of 18 Patriot systems out of the requested 25. 3X
-
Ukraine plans 30,000 long-range drones; European aid surpasses US aid.
Both sides use drones extensively, with Ukraine planning 30,000 long-range drones in 2025. Ukraine now produces 40% of its military supplies, aiming for 50% in six months. European aid has surpassed U.S. aid for the first time since 2022. 2/
-
Ukraine’s drone reliance, U.S. air defense, and NATO support in 2024
The kill zone. Ukraine relies on drones for defense, but depends on U.S. air defense and intelligence. Reuters: Drones accounted for 69% of strikes on Russian troops, 75% on vehicles in 2024. The U.S. has announced Patriot missiles, NATO countries will assist. 1/
-
Support for Save Ukraine rescuing kidnapped Ukrainian children from Russia
This is why I'm proud to support the work of @SaveukraineUs
. Russia's kidnapping and systematic erasure of Ukrainian children is pure evil. @MykolaKuleba and Save Ukraine have already rescued nearly 700 kids, and continue the work to bring more home every day. -
Occupied Ukraine regions poor, war-torn; peace deal toward Europe defeats Kremlin
Occupied Ukrainian regions are marked by poverty and war, not the thriving pro-Russian zones Putin hoped for. For the Kremlin, any peace deal that lets Ukraine move toward Europe equals defeat, making real compromise unlikely. 5X
-
US pledges NATO arms to Ukraine, Ukraine strikes Russian airbases
The US pledged advanced NATO arms to Ukraine and blamed Putin for dragging out the war. Meanwhile, Ukraine's deep-strike attacks on Russian airbases in May show growing innovation, hinting at bold surprises ahead as the conflict enters a new phase. 3/
-
Zelenskyy pledges resources for defense and just peace talks
Zelenskyy: Defense and security forces of Ukraine will continue to receive all the necessary resources to protect our state. We will strengthen negotiations for a just end to the war and ensure real security for Ukraine. 12/
-
Zelenskyy: Ukraine to become top security donor, digitize state services, support heroes
Zelenskyy: Ukraine will be among the top global security donors and arms manufacturers. Also, the digitization of all the state’s services will continue. New government will implement the policy of heroes, support programs for veterans and families of Ukrainian soldiers. 13X
-
Zelenskyy thanks Yulia Svyrydenko for supporting Ukrainian production and entrepreneurship
Zelenskyy: I am grateful to Yulia Svyrydenko for effective work on programs to support Ukrainian production and entrepreneurship. I expect the program of government steps will be presented as soon as possible. 11/