As Russia's four-year war against Ukraine grinds on without a diplomatic resolution in sight, the United States has approved a $2.68 billion military package aimed at shoring up Ukraine's air defences — a recognition that the sky above Ukrainian cities has become one of the war's most consequential battlegrounds. The same day the announcement was made, Russian strikes killed at least four civilians across multiple regions, a reminder that diplomacy and destruction are unfolding simultaneously. Western support continues to accumulate — the EU added a €3.3 billion tranche for missiles and drones
US approves $2.7B Ukraine air defence package as Russian attacks persist
At least 4 people killed and 9 injured across Ukraine in overnight Russian strikes on civilian and military targets including trains and shopping complexes.