President Volodymyr Zelensky took swift action by firing the head of his personal security detail after uncovering a secret plot to assassinate him. Two colonels in the department were detained on suspicion of collaborating with Russia’s FSB, while the plan included targeting key individuals and launching missile and drone strikes.
The Pentagon is actively working with Ukraine and SpaceX to counter Russia’s illicit use of the Starlink satellite network. SpaceX’s satellites have been used inappropriately by the Kremlin, sparking investigations and defense measures by the US.
In a move to bolster Ukraine’s defense capabilities, Germany announced the purchase of air-defense missile systems from the US military. The transfer of HIMARS systems aims to enhance Ukraine’s military strength in the face of Russian aggression.