An Hour AgoGermany to Increase its Military Support for Ukraine: Foreign Minister
Germany’s foreign minister, Annalena Baerbock, has revealed that they are going to boost their military support for Ukraine’s self-defense by 8 billion euros [$8.79 billion]. This decision was delivered in response to a question posed by CNBC’s Silvia Amaro. Baerbock emphasized that the ongoing NATO meeting in Brussels has included a NATO-Ukraine forum, which highlights that Ukraine’s security and peace is also crucial for peace in Europe.
An Hour AgoRussia Conducting ‘Hybrid Operation’ at Borders, Finnish Foreign Minister Tells CNBC
Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen reported that Russia is allowing migrants without valid documents to pass through to the Finnish border. Additionally, they are mobilizing people toward Finland and the European Union. Valtonen considered this a hybrid operation conducted by Russia, which prompted the decision to close the entire border with Russia. She expressed hope for Russia to adhere to treaties and emphasized Finland’s support for Ukraine in its fight for freedom.
3 Hours AgoFinland to Close Entire Border with Russia
The Minister for Foreign Affairs of Finland, Elina Valtonen, confirmed that Finland will close its entire border with Russia, only permitting the passage of goods. This reactive measure was taken to halt the influx of refugees aided by Russian authorities, eliciting a critical response from Russia. Valtonen reiterated Finland’s full support for Ukraine’s freedom and right to join NATO in the future.
3 Hours AgoNorway Watching Russian Border Situation Closely, Minister Says
The foreign minister of Norway, Espen Barth Eide, acknowledged Finland’s border situation and emphasized their vigilance regarding similar incidents at the Norwegian border with Russia. He indicated that Norway works closely with Finland and closely monitors the migration activity via Russia, which is orchestrated to put pressure on Finland.
4 Hours AgoU.K. Looks to Galvanize Support for Ukraine at NATO Meeting
The U.K. is determined to rally support for Ukraine at the NATO foreign ministers’ meeting. David Cameron, the U.K.’s foreign minister, will advocate for backing Ukraine in the face of Russian aggression and will stress the importance of Sweden’s swift accession to the NATO alliance.
5 Hours AgoRussia, as Chair of Big Five Nuclear Powers, Pushes Meetings into 2024
As the current chair of the “Big Five” nuclear-armed states, Russia has tabled a proposal to postpone meetings in this year and schedule them for 2024, signaling coordination from China, France, and Britain.
6 Hours AgoWife of Ukraine’s Military Intelligence Chief in Hospital Following Suspected Poisoning
Reports emerged that the wife of Ukraine’s head of intelligence, Kyrylo Budanov, has been admitted to the hospital with suspected poisoning. She is reportedly under treatment after possibly being poisoned with heavy metals, and her condition remains unknown.
