Ukraine

Ukraine and EBRD signed a memorandum to launch a new stock exchange, create a unified market infrastructure, and attract an international investor via a public tender.

Germany seeks an urgent solution to supply Ukraine with Patriot air defense systems and missiles, while awaiting U.S. approval through Secretary Pete Hegseth.

During four-hour talks with Kaja Kallas, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said that Russia’s defeat in the war against Ukraine is unacceptable for Beijing.

The IMF has updated its adverse scenario for Ukraine during the 8th EFF program review, highlighting elevated risks and revised macroeconomic forecasts.

The Pentagon has temporarily halted the delivery of certain weapons to Ukraine, citing the need to reassess U.S. stockpiles after years of unchecked arms distribution under Biden.

The EU has reaffirmed its support for Ukraine’s membership: Costa and von der Leyen praised the country’s reforms and readiness for further accession talks.

U.S. Ambassador to NATO Matthew Whitaker stated that Donald Trump is disheartened by Russian strikes on Ukraine’s civilian infrastructure but urges restraint from both sides.

The EU is preparing a strong statement supporting Ukraine’s EU membership talks, though Hungary will not sign it — the document will be backed by 26 countries.

Kyiv has expressed official support for the U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iranian targets, emphasizing the need to dismantle Iran’s nuclear capabilities.

For the first time since 1992, Ukraine has surpassed Russia in trade volume with Germany — total trade reached €840 million, reports Baltimore Chronicle with reference to official sources.