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In his recent burst of diplomacy, Trump has repeatedly stressed that Ukraine will not join NATO and that no U.S. troops will be on the ground in Ukraine.

The UK is prepared to provide soldiers to help with logistical support and training in Ukraine, but will not deploy them close to Russia.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy welcomed the announcement of robust security guarantees from the United States, calling it a historic decision that requires European participation.

Trump expressed a desire for rapid ceasefire in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, highlighting the human cost with over 7,000 soldiers lost recently, emphasizing the urgency of stopping the killing.

Russia formally abandoning the 1987 Intermediate-range Nuclear Forces Treaty marks a significant collapse in global arms control, escalating the nuclear arms race in Europe and Asia.

Spain's defense ministry announced it would not pursue the US-designed F-35 Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter, choosing to invest in European-made aircraft instead. This decision was influenced by NATO concerns regarding the US commitment under President Trump's administration.

Iliescu was one of the most controversial politicians in the period of democracy that followed the December 1989 overthrow of long-standing dictator Nicolae Ceausescu. He had been a government minister before being sidelined by Ceausescu in the early 1970s.

France's purchasing power stands at $3.76 trillion, making it a leading economy capable of funding an elite military, positioning it as a significant global military power.

Canada impressively fields a significant number of frigates, ranking higher than many NATO allies in the number of these critical naval vessels, which enhances its maritime security.

Russia's military doctrine emphasizes artillery, maintaining a significant advantage with 13,673 pieces, surpassing India's and China's total artillery combined.

Logistical aircraft are crucial for modern air forces, enabling missions that involve extensive flight durations, as seen when stealth aircraft bombed Iran's nuclear facilities supported by in-air refuelers.

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte urged China, Brazil, and India to pressure Russia regarding the Ukraine conflict, warning about potential severe consequences from US tariffs if they don’t act.

The US plans to sell Patriot batteries and other weapons to European allies that would be transferred to Kyiv in a coordinated effort to enhance Ukraine's air defense.