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President Zelenskyy calls for more military equipment
President Zelenskyy also said that to protect the country's energy infrastructure, Ukraine might need to attack Russian energy infrastructure.
Air defence remains key issue for Ukraine
Russian attacks across Ukraine were responsible for the death of at least one child over the last day.
Von der Leyen endorses Polish, Greek push for EU 'air defence shield'
Prime ministers Tusk and Mitsotakis say the bloc needs to shield itself amid brewing tensions in Europe’s periphery.
NATO chief urges allies to give air defence systems to Ukraine
NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg pressed member countries to give air defence systems to Ukraine, saying it's an investment in our own security."
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European leaders call for calm after reported Israeli strike on Iran
The G7 foreign ministers warned against new sanctions on Iran and called all parties to prevent further escalation in the Middle East.
ISW report: Missile shortages limit Ukraine's defense capabilities
President Zelenskyy stated that they do not currently have enough air defence systems to cover the targeted areas of Ukraine.
The German missile supplier with big ambitions for the European market
The German supplier MBDA has big plans to provide defence systems in Europe but it’s facing stiff competition.
Europe needs own air defence to avoid reliance on US, urges Macron
The French President reiterated his call for an independent European defence system.
Ukraine war: Deported children reunited, more weapons heading to Kyiv
Here's all the latest development from Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
The Pentagon set to send Patriot missile systems to Ukraine
Patriot is a long-range, all-altitude, all-weather air defence system to counter tactical ballistic missiles, cruise missiles, and advanced aircraft. The US said it’s finalising plans to send them to Ukraine. Moscow has warned NATO against the move
Allies differ on cause of Poland blast but agree Russia responsible
President Zelenskyy insists a Russian missile hit a Polish village on Tuesday, despite NATO's conclusion that the origin was Ukrainian air defence -- but all say Russia bears ultimate responsibility.
Poland explosion shows war is 'dangerously close' to NATO borders
The explosion was likely caused by Ukrainian air defence, NATO says, emphasising that Russia bears the "ultimate responsibility" for the incident that killed two people.
Ukraine war: What you need to know today
These are the latest developments in the Ukraine war you need to know today.
Fifteen European countries unite to boost air defence capabilities
Fifteen European countries have united to boost air defence capabilities.
Estonia accuses Russian military helicopter of violating its airspace
Last year, Russian aircraft reportedly violated Estonian airspace five times.