Germany has officially denied Ukraine’s latest request for Taurus cruise missiles, citing NATO obligations and escalation concerns.
Defense Minister Boris Pistorius confirmed the long-range system is “off the table” despite intensified Russian airstrikes.
Berlin also ruled out sending additional Patriot systems due to depleted reserves.
Moscow had warned that Taurus deliveries would destroy ties with Berlin.
As Ukraine’s casualties mount and Western weapon supplies dwindle, fears grow of deeper NATO involvement and a potential escalation into a wider regional conflict.
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WATCH: Kyiv holds ceremonies for Independence Day and fallen soldiers
Ukraine marked Independence Day on Sunday, three and a half years after the start of Russia’s invasion, with commemorative events held in central Kyiv.
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Zelenskyy marks independence day from Soviet Union vowing to fight for and defend Ukraine
On Ukraine's Independence Day, President Zelenskyy pledged ongoing resistance to Russian forces. Canada committed $2 billion in military assistance to Ukraine.
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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney visited Kyiv on Ukrainian Independence Day, calling for an immediate ceasefire and supporting Kyiv’s calls for robust security guarantees. Speaking alongside President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, Carney condemned Russia’s aggression and emphasized that Ukraine and its Western allies—not Russia—should decide future security arrangements. The visit included a drone co-production agreement and the promise of over C$1 billion in military aid. Carney’s visit highlights Canada’s commitment to peace and NATO-backed collective defense, as global leaders continue exploring frameworks for lasting Ukrainian security.
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Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, in a striking NBC interview, claimed Moscow has no interest in seizing Ukrainian land, stressing Russia already holds the world’s largest territory. He branded Kyiv’s government a “Nazi regime” and argued Ukraine must allow regions that voted to join Russia in 2014 and 2022 to “let people go.” Lavrov framed Moscow’s war aims as protecting ethnic Russians and eliminating security threats, even as Ukraine marked Independence Day with Western allies vowing continued support against Russian aggression.
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On Ukraine’s Independence Day, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney emerged as the strongest Western leader in Kyiv, pledging firm support at a critical moment in the war. His presence highlighted the absence of leaders from France, Germany, the UK, and Italy, raising questions about Europe’s long-term commitment after tense security talks in Washington. Carney, joined by defense ministers from Sweden, Denmark, Romania, Lithuania, and Latvia, warned against Putin’s ambitions and emphasized Canada’s unwavering support for Ukraine’s security, peace, and democracy.
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In a move set to escalate the conflict, the United States has approved the sale of 3,350 air-launched ERAM cruise missiles to Ukraine, according to the Wall Street Journal. With a range of up to 280 miles, the missiles could enable Kyiv to strike deep into Russian territory. Deliveries are expected by the end of 2025, though some shipments may arrive in just six weeks. Reports indicate Ukraine will need Pentagon approval before launching the weapons. President Donald Trump, who previously criticized unconditional aid to Kyiv, recently warned Ukraine has “no chance of winning” without long-range strike capability. NATO allies, especially France and Germany, are backing further weapons deliveries as part of post-war security guarantees, even as Russia insists Western military aid blocks peace. The missile deal highlights the growing stakes in Europe’s deadliest conflict since World War II.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin has declared that Moscow continues scientific cooperation with Western experts despite heavy sanctions and political isolation. Speaking in Sarov, Russia’s nuclear hub, Putin insisted that science, like art and sports, cannot be destroyed by politics. He revealed that joint projects persist in nuclear, space, and medical research, even with some NATO states, while new ventures in nuclear medicine are emerging. According to Putin, Russia lost Finland as a partner but continues work with France, Germany, and Hungary through Rosatom. He stressed that Russia still supplies nuclear fuel and services to “unfriendly” countries, hinting that departing partners may eventually return. Putin also warned the West that restricting academic and scientific ties will inflict long-term damage. Despite sanctions, Russia and the U.S. recently extended collaboration on the International Space Station and discussed future lunar and deep-space missions.
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Europe to halt postal services to US after tax deal scrapped
The UK, France, Germany, Italy, Spain and other EU member states will temporarily suspend services as of next week.
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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is pushing back against Donald Trump’s peace initiative, demanding a Russian ceasefire before any summit with Putin and Zelensky can proceed. Merz warned that credibility of negotiations depends on Moscow halting attacks, urging European leaders to pressure Putin. He confirmed discussions with U.S. and EU partners on security guarantees for Ukraine but cautioned Putin’s participation in talks remains uncertain. While Trump pushes for direct negotiations, Merz insists Europe must play a central role in shaping long-term security arrangements.
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A historic confrontation is unfolding in Washington as President Donald Trump meets Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at the White House, joined by key European leaders including Macron, Merz, Meloni, Starmer, von der Leyen, Stubb, and NATO’s Mark Rutte. This comes after Trump’s Alaska summit with Putin, where he backed a plan for Ukraine to cede Crimea and parts of Donbas, abandon NATO, and accept neutrality. Europe and Kyiv fiercely reject this “surrender deal,” warning it rewards Russian aggression and threatens NATO itself. Trump’s transactional “America First” diplomacy—focused on quick wins and cutting U.S. military spending—clashes directly with Europe’s push for long-term security and continued military aid. As Russia intensifies strikes, Europe views concessions as catastrophic. Tensions inside the White House are boiling: will this meeting end in compromise, or spark a full-scale rift between America and Europe that could reshape global order?
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Volodymyr Zelensky is set to meet Donald Trump in Washington on Monday, but this time he won’t face him alone. At Zelensky’s request, top European leaders—including Ursula von der Leyen, Keir Starmer, Emmanuel Macron, Giorgia Meloni, Friedrich Merz, and NATO’s Mark Rutte—will join to shield him from another Oval Office humiliation. February’s chaotic meeting, where Trump and JD Vance mocked Zelensky, left deep scars. Now, Europe’s united front aims to counter Trump’s confrontational style and prevent a repeat embarrassment for Ukraine.
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Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky, hesitant after his disastrous last meeting with Trump, will be joined by the new EU Chief for a tense White House visit. Critics claim Zelensky is “too scared” to face Trump alone, while Europe rallies behind Kyiv’s “no land” stance. British PM Keir Starmer, Macron, and Merz offered support, as Trump insists only a direct peace deal can end the war. In a dramatic twist, Melania Trump even appealed to Putin in a letter urging him to think of suffering children.
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Ukraine celebrates its 34th Independence Day, but President Zelensky faces the day alone as Trump and NATO leaders stay away. Amid a failed White House summit and ongoing Russian offensives, Ukraine’s fight continues without key international support. Zelensky urges unity and self-determination while diplomacy stalls and the battlefield grows more intense.
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