Nato works to deliver urgent air defences to Ukraine as President Zelenskyy warns of increased Russian missile production ahead of winter and severe shortages of US-made Patriot interceptors.
European Commission Spokeswoman Anitta Hipper reiterated EU's longstanding position that the US was a vital partner in contributing to Europe's security and defense
Ukrainskaya Pravda published recordings of businessman Timur Mindich discussing defense contracts with then-Defense Minister Rustem Umerov, including drone financing and substandard body armor purchases worth $5.2 million. Recordings also reveal conversations with Zelensky associate Sergey Shefir about pooling money for bail, and discussions of building mansions for Zelensky and Yermak. The NABU and SAPO have been investigating Operation Midas, a major corruption scheme in Ukraine's energy sector since November 2025.
