Ukraine Secures Major Artillery Support: 3 Million Shells Expected in 2025 Through Czech-Led Initiative
Ukraine is set to receive 3 million artillery shells in 2025, with 1.8 million coming through a Czech-led initiative supported by 20 countries. The ammunition supply has helped reduce Ukraine's artillery disadvantage against Russia from 10-to-1 to 2-to-1, strengthening its defensive capabilities.
Historic First: Ukrainian Naval Drones Down Two Russian Fighter Jets Over Black Sea
Ukraine's naval drone forces achieved a military milestone by shooting down two Russian Su-30SM jets using missile-equipped Magura V7 unmanned vessels. This unprecedented success marks the first-ever fighter aircraft kills by drone boats, showcasing a dramatic evolution in modern naval warfare capabilities.
Israel's Decommissioned Patriot System to Bolster Ukraine's Air Defense
A former Israeli Patriot air defense system will be transferred to Ukraine after refurbishment, expanding their arsenal to potentially ten units. The U.S.-brokered deal aims to strengthen Ukraine's defense capabilities against intensifying Russian aerial attacks.
US Approves $310M F-16 Training Package to Bolster Ukraine's Air Force
The US State Department has authorized a $310.5 million F-16 training and support package for Ukraine, including pilot training, spare parts, and technical services. This significant development aims to modernize Ukraine's air capabilities while strengthening military cooperation between the two nations.
Ukraine Launches Revolutionary 'Amazon-Style' Combat Rewards System for Military Equipment
Ukraine introduces Brave1 Market, an innovative military technology marketplace where soldiers earn 'ePoints' for battlefield achievements to purchase drones and equipment. The groundbreaking platform rewards documented combat success with points that can be exchanged for over 1,000 military items.
North Korean Casualties Mount in Ukraine: 600 Soldiers Killed Supporting Russian Forces
South Korean intelligence reveals significant North Korean military losses in Ukraine's Kursk region, with 600 soldiers killed and 4,700 wounded while fighting alongside Russian forces. The deployment highlights growing military cooperation between North Korea and Russia, including exchanges of advanced military technology and equipment.
North Korea Confirms Military Deployment to Russia, Ukraine Demands Tougher Sanctions
North Korea officially acknowledges sending troops to Russia's Kursk Oblast, deepening military cooperation that includes substantial weapons supplies to Moscow. Ukraine warns of growing threats as both nations improve their combat capabilities and calls for stricter international measures.
North Korea Officially Confirms Military Deployment to Support Russian Forces in Ukraine
North Korea has publicly acknowledged sending troops to fight alongside Russian forces against Ukraine, following direct orders from Kim Jong-un under a mutual defense treaty. The unprecedented admission comes after Russia's successful recapture of the Kursk region, where North Korean soldiers were praised for their combat performance.
Russia Launches Massive Drone Strike on Ukraine After Trump-Zelenskyy Vatican Meeting
Russia escalated tensions by launching 149 drones targeting six Ukrainian regions, shortly after Trump and Zelenskyy met at the Vatican. The attack came despite diplomatic progress, with Trump's envoy meeting Putin in Moscow and claims of being 'very close to a deal.'
North Korean Missile Strike in Kyiv: 8 Dead, Over 80 Injured in Russian Attack
A confirmed North Korean-made KN-23 ballistic missile struck a residential building in Kyiv, killing 8 and injuring over 80 people. The attack highlights growing military cooperation between Moscow and Pyongyang amid complex peace negotiations and international sanctions.