A few days ago, the European Commission and the European Investment Fund (EIF) announced a €40 million investment deal with Keen’s European Defence and Security Tech Fund — a pioneering…

The bilateral talks between Russia and Ukraine have begun on the border with Belarus, said Mikhail Pontoliak, adviser to the Ukrainian presidency. Earlier, the office of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky had stated that the aim of the talks was an immediate ceasefire and the withdrawal of Russian forces from Ukraine.
Today the Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called on the EU to allow Ukraine to join immediately under a special fast-track procedure, as the country is currently defending itself against Russian invasion, adding that 16 children had been killed in the last four days of the war and 45 were injured.
“Our goal is to be with all Europeans and above all to be equal. I’m sure this is fair. I’m sure we’re right,” he said in a videotaped speech posted on social media. “Save your lives and leave,” the Ukrainian President called on Russian troops, adding that 4,500 Russian soldiers had been killed so far. Ukraine, its President said, would release prisoners with military experience if they wish to take part in the war against Russia.
Meanwhile, the Kremlin has announced that Russian President Vladimir Putin is currently working on an economic response to the heavy Western sanctions imposed on Russia following its invasion of Ukraine. “The President is in the Kremlin, he is dealing with the economy,” Dmitry Peshkov, the President’s spokesman told reporters in a daily brief. “Sanctions are heavy, they create problems (…), but Russia has all the necessary potential to compensate for the damage,” he added.
A summit called “Quint elargi” will be attended by the Heads of State and Government of the United States, France, Germany, Italy, Poland, Romania, Canada, Japan, and the leaders of the European institutions and NATO. The summit will take place today at 18:30 Cyprus time.
The President of France will then welcome German Chancellor Olaf Soltz and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen at the Palais des Champs-Elysées for a working dinner with representatives of European industrialists to discuss “the dangers of European economic sovereignty and the events in Ukraine,” the French presidency said.
Source: CNA
Also read: Ukraine | Greek embassy personnel leaves Kyiv – Ukrainian refugees leave the country
READ MORE
SAFE | Unanimous Approval, Safeguards and Clauses for Turkey’s Participation
The EU’s General Affairs Council today gave the final green light to the creation of the new ‘SAFE’ financial instrument, which will provide loans of €150 billion for common investments in European defence.
United Kingdom | Hands Sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius
The UK has signed an agreement to cede control of the disputed Chagos Islands to Mauritius, with Westminster stating that the deal safeguards the future of…
Denmark | Trial of Voyager Surveillance USVs in the North and Baltic Seas
Denmark has recently deployed two unmanned surface vessels (USVs), developed and operated by a U.S. company, to enhance surveillance efforts in the Baltic Sea and North Sea.
ALTUS LSA | Included in the List of the Top 100 Drone Defence Companies of 2025
The Defense Post has recently unveiled its definitive list of the Top 100 Companies Advancing Drone Technology, with Altus LSA proudly representing…
Lockheed Martin – KAI | Expansion of Strategic Relationship
Lockheed Martin and Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the 2025 Paris Air Show on 17 June, to…
RTX, Kongsberg, and Norway Showcase Ghosteye Radar at Paris Air Show 2025
Raytheon, a business of RTX (NYSE: RTX), in collaboration with the Norwegian government and Kongsberg Defence and Aerospace, has announced…
Rheinmetall – Anduril Industries | Strategic Partnership to Co-Develop and Deliver a Suite of Autonomous Systems
Rheinmetall and Anduril Industries have announced a strategic partnership to jointly develop and deliver a comprehensive suite of autonomous systems.
MBDA | One-Way Effector Designed to Saturate Enemy’s Air Defence
At the 2025 Paris Air Show, MBDA is unveiling its One-Way Effector.