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For Ukrainians, defeat would simply mean the end of Ukraine. The way Russian authorities have taken over territories they conquered in the East, methodically erasing any sign of national identity and cultural heritage, shows the depth of Putin’s commitment to the denial of Ukraine’s existence as a nation.
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Europe’s Silent Hero? Norway Steps In to Rebuild Ukraine’s War-Torn GridNorway has made a major commitment to support Ukraine as the country continues to face serious energy challenges. During the Ukraine Recovery Conference in Rome on July 10, Norway announced it will give $200 million to help rebuild Ukraine’s damaged energy system.
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Ukraine's 2026 budget could face $19B shortfall as Europe weighs how to fill the gap, FT reportsThe European Commission is discussing with EU member states various options to cover Ukraine's budget deficit for next year, which could range from $8 billion to $19 billion, the Financial Times reported on July 8.
Without a ceasefire to boost Ukraine’s domestic economy, Kyiv expects a shortfall of at least $8bn for 2026 even if some of the pledged amounts can be brought forward, from partners including the EU, Japan and US. If that does not happen, then the financing gap could reach $19bn.
Flattery and pressure — coupled with President Trump’s growing dissatisfaction with President Vladimir V. Putin — have helped build momentum for new economic punishments.
In a call with reporters, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said: "We are quite calm about this." "We expect to continue our dialogue with Washington and our line on repairing the rather broken bilateral relations,
He has visited Ukraine many times since 2022, travelling the length of the front line and talking to Ukrainian commanders. Russia has ramped up its offensive operations in Ukraine. According to Oleksandr Syrskyi,
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