European leaders discuss possibility of sending up to 100,000 troops to Ukraine
Photo: Getty images European leaders are actively discussing the possibility of deploying up to 100,000 troops if a ceasefire is reached or a peace agreement is concluded with Ukraine. The talks, led by French President Emmanuel Macron, are at an early stage and have already revealed some differences over the goals and mandate of such […]
“Russian troops destroyed Ukrainian Armed Forces fortifications in Kurakhove and Chasovyi Yar: fighting continues”
Photo: Russian Ministry of Defence Press S/AP Russian troops continue active assault operations in Donetsk region, in particular in the areas of Kurakhove and Chasovyi Yar. On 18 December 2024, the Khortytsia operational and strategic group of troops reported the destruction of the fortifications of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in these regions. In order […]
Australia reopens its embassy in Ukraine
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga and Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong, Kyiv, 18 December 2024 Photo: Valentyn Ogirenko/ Reuters On 18 December 2024, the Foreign Ministers of Ukraine and Australia, Andy Sibiga and Penny Wong, announced the reopening of the Australian Embassy in Ukraine. Starting next month, Ambassador Paul Lehmann will be working in Kyiv, […]
Australia provides Ukraine with Abrams tanks and boats: aid exceeds $1bn
Photo: U.S. Army Australia has provided Ukraine with military assistance worth more than $1 billion, of which $880 million was allocated for the purchase of military equipment. According to Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga at a briefing with Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong in Kyiv on 18 December, the aid includes 49 Abrams tanks and […]
