Sweden Pledges $1.23 Billion in Military Aid to Ukraine Amid Intensified NATO Support
Western allies debate lifting restrictions on Ukraine's use of weapons within Russian borders as fighting escalates in key regions.
- Sweden announces significant military aid package including air defense and armored vehicles for Ukraine.
- NATO allies push for allowing Ukraine to use Western weapons against targets inside Russia, challenging U.S. restrictions.
- France and Germany relax rules to permit Ukrainian strikes on Russian military sites, leaving the U.S. isolated.
- Combat intensifies in Kupiansk and Pokrovsk with multiple clashes reported by Ukraine's General Staff.
- U.S. Secretary of State Blinken visits Moldova to reinforce support for Ukraine among NATO allies and neighboring countries.




















































































































