European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas has accused Russian leader Vladimir Putin of having “no interest in peace” after overnight strikes by Moscow’s troops killed at least 14 people in Ukraine. The EU is calling for an increase in military support to Ukraine to combat the ongoing violence.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer welcomed Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s commitment to consider contributing to a coalition of the willing for Ukraine. This comes as former UK defense secretary Ben Wallace criticizes US President Donald Trump’s decision to suspend intelligence sharing with Kyiv, saying it diminishes Ukraine’s hope of fighting Russian aggression.
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte emphasized the need for higher defense budgets and increased production of military equipment to secure Europe as tensions escalate in the region. European countries are working to boost defense spending and support Ukraine after the US froze military aid.
US and Ukrainian negotiators are set to meet in Saudi Arabia next week as relations between the two nations are strained following Trump’s decision to suspend aid to Ukraine. Zelenskyy is calling for more sanctions against Russia after recent attacks in Ukraine left at least 14 people dead.
In a separate incident, Russian forces reportedly retook three villages in Ukraine’s Kursk region, prompting concern from Ukrainian activists about the logistics situation in the area. Russia has been engaged in a counteroffensive to push back Ukrainian forces that entered the region last August.
The situation in Ukraine remains volatile, with continued missile and drone strikes causing destruction and casualties. Zelenskyy is seeking a ceasefire to halt the violence and pursue peace negotiations with Russia. Amid escalating tensions, international support for Ukraine is crucial to address the ongoing conflict.
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