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UK and France Boost Ukraine’s Defense Amid US Uncertainty

6/1/2025

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In a bold move, British and French officials in Kyiv are stepping up Ukraine's long-term defense strategy, even as fears grow over a potential US withdrawal from negotiations. With a focus on intensifying economic pressure on Russia, they have extended an invitation to Ukrainian President Zelensky for the upcoming NATO summit in The Hague, signaling a united front.

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In a bold move, British and French officials in Kyiv are stepping up Ukraine's long-term defense strategy, even as fears grow over a potential US withdrawal from negotiations. With a focus on intensifying economic pressure on Russia, they have extended an invitation to Ukrainian President Zelensky for the upcoming NATO summit in The Hague, signaling a united front.