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Ukraine Claims New Black Sea Attack on Russia’s ‘Shadow Fleet’ Tanker

Ukraine's naval drones have struck a Russian tanker in the Black Sea believed of belonging to Moscow's sanctions-busting "shadow fleet."

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The Frozen Billions That Could Break the Western Alliance

The dispute over frozen Russian billions is no longer just financial or legal — it’s a test of whether the West can act in unity, and failing that, the alliance itself risks serious damage.

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Ukraine Faces Military Aid Shortfall as Europe Struggles to Plug US Gap

Military aid for Ukraine plummeted in the second half of 2025 as falling European contributions failed to make up for the halt in US support.

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Kremlin Says Trump’s Ukraine Statements in Line With Russia’s View

The Kremlin said US President Trump’s Ukraine comments, claiming Moscow will win and Kyiv may cede land, align with Russia’s view.

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South Korea Says Scrambles Jets After Russian, Chinese Planes Approach

South Korea said it had sent up fighter jets after seven Russian and two Chinese military aircraft entered its air defense zone.

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Zelensky Says Kyiv Has No Right to Cede Land to Russia

Ukrainian President Zelensky said that Kyiv had no legal or moral right to give up land to Russia in any deal aimed at ending the war.

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In Russia’s Shadow, Norway to Buy Two Submarines and Missiles

Norway is to buy two more German-made submarines along with long-range missiles as the country bordering Russia bolsters its defenses.

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Australia Weighs Sending Old Tiger Helicopters to Ukraine

Canberra is assessing whether to send its fleet of 22 aging Eurocopter Tiger attack helicopters to Ukraine as it seeks more tools to counter Russian unmanned aerial systems and bolster frontline aviation, according to local Australian media.

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EU Presents Plan to Use Russian Assets for Ukraine as Belgium Frets

The EU on Wednesday laid out a plan to use frozen Russian assets to help fund Ukraine with $105 billion over the next two years, despite outspoken opposition from key player Belgium.

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Germany Puts Ballistic Missile Defense Shield Into Service

Germany's military put into service Wednesday the first part of a roughly $4 billion ballistic missile defense system, to better protect Europe at a time of high tensions with Russia.

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