WAR IN UKRAINE
Russia Intensifies Attacks on Kyiv, Zelensky Demands Patriot Missiles
The Kremlin ordered strikes on the Ukrainian capital and several regions after Trump said it was 'hard to give that technology,' while Ukraine simultaneously sends firefighters to France.
World
Russia fired a record 376 missiles at Ukraine in July
An AFP analysis shows a dramatic increase in missile attacks, while Russian forces simultaneously advance on multiple fronts in the Kharkiv region.
WAR IN UKRAINE
Zelensky: Only One of 27 Ballistic Missiles Shot Down Due to Lack of Patriot Interceptors
Russia's overnight attack on Ukraine involved 35 missiles and 185 drones, leaving nine dead in Kyiv. Meanwhile, protests in the capital over the dismissal of Defense Minister Fedorov.
World
Zelensky Discusses with Vance: Patriot Interceptors as Priority
Ukrainian President reports on a 'good phone call' with the US Vice President, focusing on air defense and the continuation of Russian aggression.
Crime
Trump 'not sure' whether to allow Ukraine to produce Patriot missiles: 'We're looking at it'
After meeting with Zelensky at the White House, the U.S. president told the Financial Times he is still weighing the permit, while the request for 300 missiles was rejected.
Politics
Zelensky discussed winter preparations and strengthening air defense with Macron
Politics
Russia Launched Massive Missile Attack on Ukraine Tonight, Eight People Killed
World
Russian mass attacks on Kyiv and Lviv: one person killed, five injured
Politics
Zelensky: Putin no longer has the initiative; Russia loses 30,000 soldiers per month
World
Zelensky and Trump at the White House: A License for Patriot and a Boost to Diplomacy
The meeting in the Oval Office lasted an hour, and the Ukrainian president called it good. They also discussed a no-fly zone, a shortage of interceptors, and reviving the peace process.
Politics
Trump Denies Ammunition Shortage; US Strikes on Iran Suspended After 13 Nights of Bombing
Pentagon and Media Warn of Critically Low Patriot Missile Stocks, as Diplomatic Channels of Pakistan and Turkey Attempt to De-escalate Conflict. Iran Halts Retaliatory Strikes.
World
Trump Delays Plans for Major Escalation of Attacks on Iran
The New York Times reports that the U.S. president temporarily halted plans for intensified strikes due to depleted missile defense stockpiles and fears of a broader regional war.