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Europe & World
>>> Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney arrived in Kyiv on his first official visit and announced over $1 billion for drones, ammunition, and armored vehicles, with deliveries slated next month; Ottawa also advanced joint drone production with Ukraine.
>>> Ukraine and Canada signed an action plan on security cooperation covering military training, cyber defense, intelligence sharing, and counterterrorism, institutionalizing a broader partnership.
>>> Norway committed about $700 million for air-defense systems for Ukraine and—together with Germany—will finance two Patriot systems with associated missiles to protect key cities and infrastructure.
>>> The United Kingdom extended Operation Interflex training for Ukrainian personnel through the end of 2026, guaranteeing continuity in large-scale instruction and unit readiness.
>>> The Netherlands emphasized that Ukraine will require steady, long-term support to deter Russia, framing assistance as a permanent pillar of European security.
>>> Finland deployed new Israeli-made Gabriel anti-ship missiles, reinforcing Baltic Sea defense architecture with relevance for Ukraine’s maritime security.
>>> Armenia reported a MiG-29 crash near Yerevan after the jet struck electrical infrastructure, prompting flight-safety questions amid regional tensions.
>>> North Korean leader Kim Jong Un confirmed the presence of North Korean soldiers fighting alongside Russia in Ukraine, widening the international dimension of Moscow’s campaign.
>>> King Charles III addressed Ukrainians for Independence Day, and Chancellor Merz underlined Germany’s stake in a just peace—signals that anchor public support while aid packages move through parliaments.