British Secretary of State for Defence, John Healey, announced a "50-day drive" to arm Ukraine in response to President Trump's 50-day deadline for Russian President Vladimir Putin to negotiate an end to the conflict.
Russia has signaled openness to peace negotiations with Ukraine, but the Kremlin insists that its core objectives must be met—chief among them, Ukrainian withdrawal from annexed territories and rejection of NATO membership. The statement came just days after President Donald Trump issued a 50-day deadline for Moscow to accept a ceasefire or face intensified economic pressure.
Russia launched a major overnight assault on Ukraine with over 300 drones and more than 30 cruise missiles, killing at least one person and injuring several others. The attack, among the largest this year, reflects a sharp escalation in Russia’s bombing campaign against Ukrainian cities.
President Donald Trump issued a new policy shift Monday, announcing Russia tariffs and military escalation to pressure Moscow into ending its war on Ukraine.
Senator Lindsey Graham (R‑SC) said President Trump is preparing a major offensive on Russia, targeting frozen assets and ramping up weapons support for Ukraine.