Germany's Bundestag rejected a resolution by The Greens party to significantly increase military support for Ukraine, including the provision of Taurus cruise missiles and Patriot interceptor missiles. Only 79 lawmakers voted in favor.
A poll by SW Research for Onet reveals that 44.8% of Poles feel Warsaw's military assistance to Ukraine has been excessive. 32.8% believe the aid was adequate, while 6.8% found it insufficient. The survey involved 809 adult residents.
Russia has banned diesel exports to stabilize its domestic market following Ukrainian drone attacks on refineries, which have caused gasoline shortages and price spikes. Meanwhile, Russian missile and drone attacks killed at least three in Kyiv and four in Odesa.
President Trump assured NATO leaders of continued US commitment to the alliance, a shift from his previous criticisms. NATO chief Mark Rutte defended recent US strikes on Iran as 'absolutely necessary' following alleged attacks on commercial vessels.
NATO allies, including the U.S., reaffirmed their Article 5 collective defense commitment at a summit in Ankara. European allies and Canada pledged greater defense responsibility, announcing over $50 billion in new procurements, and NATO members committed $80 billion in military aid to Ukraine for 2026, with equivalent support planned for 2027.
Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar stated at the NATO summit in Ankara that Hungary will continue its humanitarian aid to Ukraine but will not supply weapons or troops. He reiterated Hungary's stance, calling Ukraine the victim and Russia the aggressor.
South Korea will provide $100 million in humanitarian aid to Ukraine, announced National Security Advisor Wi Sung-lak during President Lee Jae-myung's participation in the NATO summit. The aid package is strictly humanitarian and excludes weapons, maintaining Seoul's policy of supplying non-lethal items.
Dutch Defense Minister Dilan Yesilgoz-Zegerius stated the Netherlands has no more options for direct military aid to Ukraine, having reached its limit after significant contributions. Other European nations also express similar constraints.
Ukrainian drones targeted Russia's Omsk oil refinery, its largest, located 2,700km from Ukraine. The attack, confirmed by local authorities, occurred before a Nato summit. Russia claimed most drones were destroyed, with no casualties. President Zelenskyy hailed it as a significant achievement, extending Ukraine's strike capability to Siberia.
The upcoming NATO summit in Ankara, scheduled for July 7-8, will be the shortest in at least 20 years. Key topics include military confrontation with Russia, increased aid for Ukraine, and bolstering NATO's own capabilities. Ukrainian President Zelensky will not speak at the summit to avoid disagreements with US President Trump.
Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova stated that EU aid allocated for Ukraine's reconstruction will likely be misappropriated by Ukrainian officials and remain in Europe, citing high corruption levels and competition for funds.
A recent poll indicates declining support among Germans for increased military aid to Ukraine. While 43% favored more support in February, only 32% did so in June. Conversely, those advocating for reduced assistance rose from 24% to 31%.
G7 leaders, including U.S. President Donald Trump, have agreed to increase military support for Ukraine and strengthen sanctions against Russia. The declaration also addresses the Strait of Hormuz, China's actions in the South China Sea, and other global issues.
The US Senate Armed Services Committee has voted to extend security assistance to Ukraine, increasing authorized funding to $750 million as part of the defense policy bill for the next fiscal year. The funds will support the Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative, which procures weapons for Ukraine's military and provides intelligence support.
The US House of Representatives approved putting to a vote a bill that toughens anti-Russian sanctions and increases aid to Ukraine. The bill includes sanctions on Russia's oil industry, 500% tariffs on Russian goods, and $300 million in military aid for Ukraine.
Russia understands that Azerbaijan's winter aid to Ukraine, including generators and cable products, is not military equipment, according to Russian MP Alexey Chepa. He stated that while Russia acknowledges this non-military support, it will be taken into account in future bilateral relations.
Russia's President Putin blamed Ukraine for a deadly drone attack in Luhansk, vowing retaliation. Ukraine denied the claims, stating it targeted Russian military assets. Meanwhile, Czech President Pavel urged NATO to respond assertively to Russian provocations.
US senators push for $600 million in security aid to be sent to Ukraine and other European allies, citing delays by the Department of Defense
US authorities are investigating 56 potential cases of fraud and corruption related to financial aid and weapons transfers to Ukraine. The report, submitted to Congress, details 56 open and 13 closed investigations, with four cases referred to the Department of Justice. Ukrainian corruption suspects have also been detained in the US.
Kirill Dmitriev, Russian envoy for investment and CEO of RDIF, accuses EU officials of ignoring documented corruption in Western aid to Ukraine and manufacturing charges against anti-globalist politicians.
The Slovak prime minister plans to visit Russia on May 9
Armando Mema of Finland's Freedom Alliance has criticized the government's decision to fund Ukrainian weapons, citing concerns over national security and Finland's increasing involvement in the conflict.
Russia's new ambassador to North Macedonia, Dmitry Zykov, criticized Skopje for providing military and technical assistance to Ukraine, stating that such actions align with NATO policies rather than the interests of the Macedonian public.
Japan has overhauled its export control regime to allow military equipment exports that serve Tokyo's security interests, a move Kyiv hopes to benefit from as Ukraine seeks continued support. The policy change maintains controls on exports to conflict zones but creates exceptions linked to Japan's concerns about China's growing military power and the Taiwan situation. Japanese territory lies within 110km of Taiwan, fueling Tokyo's fears that a Chinese seizure of the island could drag Japan into conflict.
