Former Ukrainian Defense Minister Mikhail Fedorov calls for legally secure elections during the ongoing war, emphasizing democracy must not be held hostage by conflict.
Protests in Kyiv and other cities demand reinstatement of Mykhailo Fedorov as defense minister, criticizing recent government appointments and calling for reform continuity amid governance challenges.
Lithuania warns Russia may use captured Ukrainian drones to attack Baltic infrastructure, escalating hybrid warfare risks with significant economic and security impacts.
Canada’s selection of German TKMS submarines strengthens NATO’s Arctic defense and marks a major industrial and strategic partnership for Europe and North America.
Finland will lift its ban on nuclear weapons import and storage from July 1, enhancing deterrence amid escalating tensions with Russia and NATO integration.
Ukrainian President Zelensky met with German intelligence leaders to advance air defense cooperation and drone production amid escalating aerial attacks on Kyiv.
Latvia’s ruling coalition has collapsed following the defense minister’s resignation amid drone incursions, highlighting political instability and defense challenges ahead of elections.
Ukraine offers NATO long-range drones and missiles to fill strategic gaps amid shifting US missile deployments in Europe, signaling deeper defense cooperation with Germany.
Latvia’s Defense Minister resigned after drone incursions linked to Ukraine-Russia conflict exposed vulnerabilities in airspace security and raised political and economic concerns.