Summit in London and historic security deal for Ukraine - Weekend brief
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This weekend, a summit of European leaders took place in London. Ukraine has signed one of the largest security agreements with the UK on air defense.
Read more about what happened over the weekend.
Ukraine summit in London: Details revealed
Yesterday, March 2, a summit of European leaders took place in London. The key topic of the summit was Ukraine.
After the summit, Britain announced it would take important steps to help Ukraine. They include economic sanctions and pressure on Russia. Meanwhile, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer confirmed plans to create a “coalition of the willing” to ensure any peace agreement in Ukraine.
It should be added that Starmer announced a new deal to help Ukraine during a press conference after the summit.
Ukraine signs one of its largest security agreements ever: Details
Ukraine and the UK have signed a major security and defense agreement. The $1.6 billion project is aimed at strengthening Ukraine’s air defense, reports the Ukrainian Ministry of Defense.
On March 2, during a visit to the UK, the Ukrainian delegation led by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reached a strategic agreement. The deal includes launching the large-scale LMM-RapidRanger project to bolster Ukraine’s air defense.
Ukraine outlines key terms for ceasefire with Russia
The basis for any potential ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia must include strong security guarantees, according to the Ukrainian president's official website.
"There is a clear position that the basis for any potential ceasefire must include strong security guarantees. In particular, they are considering the possibility of involving mechanisms of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization as one of the security guarantees and strengthening the Ukrainian military," the statement reads.
Year's major clash. Zelenskyy-Trump dispute and Europe’s role in resolving it
A loud dispute between Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Donald Trump and the abruptly interrupted visit of the Ukrainian president to Washington have completely mixed up the cards in the potential peace process. What are the consequences of this crisis, and how will it impact efforts to end the war? Read more in this article by RBC-Ukraine.
Norwegian company refuses to refuel US ships because it 'has moral compass'
The large Norwegian company Haltbakk Bunkers, which specializes in the production of marine fuel, has announced its decision to halt refueling US military vessels. This move is a response to the recent dispute between the US and Ukrainian presidents, according to the Norwegian edition Kystens Næringsliv.
Lithuania pledges 20 million euros for Ukraine's military aid
Lithuania continues to invest in Ukraine's defense industry and plans to purchase weapons for the Ukrainian Armed Forces for at least 20 million euros. The official position of Vilnius is to "buy from Ukraine for Ukraine," according to the Ministry of Defense of Lithuania.
Preliminary agreements have been reached between the two countries on "the production of strategic weapons systems in Lithuania in cooperation with Ukraine."
