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U.S. Certifies First $50M Direct Arms Sale to Ukraine Under Trump

U.S. Certifies First $50M Direct Arms Sale to Ukraine Under Trump

The Trump administration has notified Congress of its first $50 million+ direct commercial arms export to Ukraine—a limited thaw after months of review. The move restores U.S. leverage in talks while Kyiv signals readiness to purchase major air defenses via DCS.

Telegraph: Inside Trump’s Draft Deal to Rewire Ukraine’s Gas

Telegraph: Inside Trump’s Draft Deal to Rewire Ukraine’s Gas

A leaked draft reported by The Telegraph says Trump’s “minerals deal” would claim 50% of Ukraine’s oil, gas and metals and revive Russian gas via Ukraine—an arrangement critics call expropriation that collides with EU energy policy and Kyiv’s sovereignty goals.

Germany Unlocks €3B Now, €7B in 2025 to Bolster Ukraine

Germany Unlocks €3B Now, €7B in 2025 to Bolster Ukraine

Germany’s foreign minister welcomed a Bundestag budget move freeing nearly €3 billion now and enabling about €7 billion in 2025, plus €8.25 billion in commitments through 2029. Funds prioritize air defense, munitions and spares, call on EU partners, and support Moldova.

EU Extends Sanctions on Russia Over war in Ukraine

  The prolonged the restrictive measures targeting those responsible for undermining or threatening the territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence of Ukraine for another 6 months, until 15 September 2025. 

EU Extends Ukraine-Related Individual Sanctions to Sept 2025

EU Extends Ukraine-Related Individual Sanctions to Sept 2025

The EU renewed Ukraine-related sanctions for six months, keeping nearly 2,400 persons and entities under travel bans and asset freezes until 15 Sept 2025. It also dropped four listings and removed three deceased names, signaling readiness to tighten measures further.

London Summit brought together the leaders for Ukraine

London Summit brought together the leaders for Ukraine

The London Summit brought together the leaders of Ukraine, the UK, Denmark, Italy, Spain, Canada, the Netherlands, Germany, Norway, Poland, Romania, Finland, France, the Czech Republic, and Sweden, Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, and European Council President António Costa. Leaders discussed ongoing financial support for Ukraine’s defense industry, including investments in domestic arms production and increased funding for Europe’s defense sector. Sanctions against Russia, including frozen Russian assets, are to remain until a lasting peace is achieved. There was broad agreement that strong security guarantees must underpin any potential ceasefire, with consideration given to leveraging NATO mechanisms and strengthening Ukraine’s military. A ceasefire must begin with a prisoner exchange and the return of children, signaling Russia’s genuine commitment to peace. Leaders also emphasized the US role in ensuring sufficient support and transatlantic unity to end the war. A concrete plan, based on proposals from France and the UK, will continue to be developed, with European leaders set to present an enhanced defense strategy at an upcoming meeting. Read more at https://www.president.gov.ua/en/news/spilni-dii-dlya-zakinchennya-viini-spravedlivim-mirom-ta-gar-96433...

The London Summit 

The London Summit 

The London Summit brought together the leaders of Ukraine, the UK, Denmark, Italy, Spain, Canada, the Netherlands, Germany, Norway, Poland, Romania, Finland, France, the Czech Republic, and Sweden, Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, and European Council President António Costa. Leaders discussed ongoing financial support for Ukraine's defence industry, including investments in domestic arms production and increased funding for Europe's defence sector. Sanctions against Russia, including frozen Russian assets, are to remain until a lasting peace is achieved. There was broad agreement that strong security guarantees must underpin any potential ceasefire, with consideration given to leveraging NATO mechanisms and strengthening Ukraine's military. A ceasefire must begin with a prisoner exchange and the return of children, signalling Russia's genuine commitment to peace. Leaders also emphasised the US role in ensuring sufficient support and transatlantic unity to end the war. A concrete plan, based on proposals from France and the UK, will continue to be developed, with European leaders set to present an enhanced defence strategy at an upcoming...

Ukraine and the UK signed

Ukraine and the UK signed

Ukraine and the UK signed an Emergency Loan Agreement of £2.26 billion for the purchase of defence materials. The funds are part of the G7 $50 billion Extraordinary Revenue Acceleration for Ukraine (ERA) mechanism. The loan will be serviced and repaid from future profits generated from frozen Russian sovereign assets. Read more at https://mof.gov.ua/uk/news/ukraine_to_receive_226_billion_under_g7_era_initiative_ukraines_finance_minister_and_uk_chancellor_of_the_exchequer_signed_agreement-5048...

Zelensky. Starmer embraced Zelenskyy

Zelensky. Starmer embraced Zelenskyy

 UK Minister Keir Starmer gave a highly public show of support for Volodymyr Zelensky. Starmer embraced Zelenskyy on the steps of No. 10 Downing Street in London. Starmer told Zelenskyy he has “full backing across the United Kingdom” — and that both the British government and the British people stand with Ukraine “for as long as it may...

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