Witkoff and Kushner are taking Trump’s Ukraine peace initiative from Moscow to Kyiv after talks the White House said covered concrete next steps.
Lithuania warns Russia may deploy captured Ukrainian drones to target Baltic critical infrastructure, prompting increased regional defense measures and NATO involvement.
Former Ukrainian military chief Valeriy Zaluzhnyi says NATO membership is unlikely due to doctrinal and capability gaps, advocating for Ukraine to join emerging defense alliances like the Joint Expeditionary Force.
NATO is considering deploying tactical nuclear weapons in Finland, Poland, and Lithuania amid rising security concerns from Russia’s actions in Eastern Europe.
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs calls on NATO to prepare for potential escalation with Russia, highlighting the need for enhanced military capabilities and stronger transatlantic defense cooperation.
Lithuania, Poland, and France are conducting joint military exercises near the Suwalki Corridor to fortify NATO’s eastern defenses amid ongoing tensions with Russia.
Twenty-two countries, including the US and European states, publicly condemned Iran for orchestrating attacks targeting dissidents and Jewish communities on their soil.
NATO confirms continued US missile deliveries to Ukraine under PURL, highlighting sustained Western support amid evolving European defense dynamics and addressing Russian claims.
US President Trump indicates a possible redeployment of 5,000 troops from Germany to Poland amid US-Germany tensions and Poland's readiness to host forces.
The US notifies European allies of significant arms shipment delays as it prioritizes replenishing military stockpiles depleted by conflict with Iran, impacting NATO partners and Ukraine.
Julie Davis, US Chargé d’Affaires in Ukraine, to leave her Kyiv post amid policy disagreements with Trump over support for Ukraine.
NATO intercepted Russian bombers and fighters over the Baltic Sea, highlighting heightened military activity and regional airspace security challenges.
Lithuania and Latvia have once again denied Slovak PM Robert Fico overflight rights en route to Moscow for May 9 celebrations, illustrating EU divisions over Russia engagement.