The European Union calls on G7 countries to accelerate payments under a loan program for Ukraine worth around €45 billion. The mechanism aims to cover part of Kyiv’s budget needs in 2026–2027. Euractiv reports this, citing informed European officials. EU asks G7 to accelerate loan disbursements According to the report, the European Commission urges G7
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Ukraine faces a critical shortage of Patriot air defense missiles amid rising global security tensions. US Vice President J.D. Vance, meanwhile, confirmed a shift in Washington’s approach to military aid for Ukraine. Zelenskyy spoke in an interview with ZDF, while RBK-Ukraine cited Vance’s remarks to journalists. Critical missile shortage and impact
European countries have stepped up discussions on a backup plan within NATO in case the United States reduces its role or withdraws from the Alliance. Comments by US President Donald Trump have raised doubts about the reliability of American security guarantees. The Wall Street Journal reports this, citing allied sources. Europe discusses a “European NATO”