Author: John Moretti

At a campaign rally in Detroit, Michigan, US Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump vowed to halt Ukraine’s military aid requests if elected. He criticized Ukrainian President Zelensky for seeking funds, claiming he would resolve the issue before taking office. Trump lost the 2020 elections and faced backlash for attempting to overturn the results and blackmailing Kyiv for political gain. In contrast, British pop star Rod Stewart faced criticism at a concert in Germany for supporting Ukraine. Despite the audience’s negative response, Stewart continued to show support for Ukraine by condemning Russian President Putin. He has been vocal in his advocacy…

Zelensky assures Chinese President pledges not to supply weapons to Russia During the G7 summit, Zelensky disclosed that Chinese President Xi Jinping committed to not supplying any weaponry to Russia. The assurance came during a phone call, where President Xi guaranteed that China would not facilitate the transfer of arms to Russia. Furthermore, Zelensky expressed his skepticism by stating, “He gave me his word.” This declaration follows reports from anonymous sources in the Biden administration in April, revealing China’s role in supplying crucial technology, such as microelectronics and machine tools, necessary for Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. ZELENSKY: “[Xi] said that…

The recent EU parliament elections saw a surge in right-wing victories across various countries, with parties like the Fratelli d’Italia in Italy and RN in France leading the charge. This shift in political dynamics has led to the dissolution of the lower house of parliament in France, reflecting the growing nationalist sentiment in Europe. However, this trend has raised concerns in Ukraine, as the right-wing victories could impact the defense against Russian aggression. The recent actions by Ukrainian forces, including a strike on a Russian landing ship in the Azov Sea and a drone strike on an airfield in North…

French authorities arrested a 26-year-old Ukrainian-Russian man on suspicions of planning a terror attack after first responders found him with burns and injuries from an accidental explosion in a Paris-area hotel. Investigators discovered explosive materials in his hotel room near Charles de Gaulle airport. The man, holding both Russian and Ukrainian passports, was detained on Monday evening. Amid high tensions in France, with upcoming elections and a gathering of international leaders, including US President Joe Biden, the incident raised concerns. Counterterrorism preparations are also heightened as Paris gears up to host the Summer Olympics in July. Putin threatens to arm…

European Commissioner Vera Jourova revealed that France, Germany, and Poland are targets of massive disinformation attacks by Russia ahead of the European Parliament elections. Fake news campaigns in these countries aim to exploit concerns over migration and security, as well as spread false narratives about Ukrainian refugees. Social media platforms are also engaging in combating this disinformation, as reported by Jourova after meetings with leaders like YouTube and X. Moreover, concerns over deep fakes influencing elections are raised, with Russian government involvement in creating misleading content. Microsoft President Brad Smith echoed these sentiments during a meeting with EU officials, emphasizing…

Russian air strikes killed three civilians in Eastern Ukraine on Monday, two in the Donetsk region and one in a village outside of Kharkiv. The head of the Donetsk region, which Moscow has mostly occupied since late 2022, said two people were killed and another wounded by Russian attacks on the village of Mykhaylivka. “A 12-year-old boy is among the dead,” the official, Vadim Filashkin, stated on social media. Following Moscow’s usual modus operandi, there were two aerial attacks, 30 minutes apart, targeting a residential area and destroying civilian homes. Russian rockets also rained down on the village of Slobozhanske,…

Following Russia’s recent drone and missile attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, the country’s grid operator, Ukrenergo, has imposed daily energy restrictions. Starting from midnight on Monday, caps on electricity consumption for both industrial and household consumers will be enforced nationwide. The restrictions will not apply to critical infrastructure facilities. If the consumption limits are exceeded, regional distribution companies may implement hourly outage schedules as needed. DTEK, Ukraine’s largest power company, provided estimates on the percentage of energy needs that caps allocated by Ukrenergo can cover in major regions. The devastating attacks by Russia have resulted in over $1 billion in…

An explosive article from Politico alleges that President Biden’s administration has covertly authorized some Ukrainian strikes within Russia using US weaponry, following a request from Ukrainian President Zelensky. The policy amendment allows Ukrainian forces to target Russian military units attacking Kharkiv, Ukraine’s second-largest city. The directive, limited to specific military targets, aims to counter Russian aggression but prohibits long-range strikes inside Russia. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken hinted at potential policy adjustments in response to evolving battlefield conditions. The article details Ukraine’s capability to use American-supplied weapons for defensive purposes, highlighting the limitations and strategic focus of the policy…

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken hinted at the possibility of adjusting the policy on using American-made weapons in Russia, citing changing conditions and Russia’s aggression. Blinken emphasized the need to ensure Ukraine’s defense effectiveness amidst evolving threats. Meanwhile, Finland joined the chorus supporting strikes within Russian territory, backing Ukraine’s defensive war rights but stressing adherence to international law. In the Kharkiv region, fatal casualties from Russia’s attack were confirmed, including two teens, with ongoing advances by Moscow’s forces near the Ukrainian border. Militarny reported the construction of new aircraft hangars in Russia near Ukraine, raising concerns about potential missile…

Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala announced that the Prague-led initiative to supply ammunition for Ukraine will send its first shipment of artillery shells in the coming days. The first delivery of tens of thousands of 155mm ammunitions is expected in June, with Ukraine receiving the initial shipment shortly. The initiative, supported by 15 EU and NATO countries, has raised over €1.6 billion to provide Kyiv with ammunition and weapons from outside Europe. The collaboration aims to address the significant demand for 155mm shells in Ukraine, where about 200,000 are used monthly. Prime Minister Fiala, along with other European leaders, made…