Overview

• The Coalition of the Willing, comprising 30 nations, held operational talks in Brussels to plan a multinational reassurance force for Ukraine in the event of a ceasefire with Russia.
• The UK and Norway announced a £450 million military aid package, including drones, radar systems, anti-tank mines, and vehicle repairs, to bolster Ukraine's defenses.
• Defense ministers emphasized the need for clarity on the force's mandate, mission, and U.S. support, which remains uncertain under the Trump administration.
• Russian forces continue military aggression, rejecting U.S.-backed ceasefire proposals and launching offensives to strengthen their negotiating position.
• The Ukraine Defense Contact Group, co-chaired by the UK and Germany, pledged a record €21 billion in military aid, highlighting 2025 as a decisive year for Ukraine's defense.