Ukraine War: Putin on Defense, North Korea Support
- Volodymyr Zelenskyy is scheduled to attend the NATO summit in the Hague on June 24-25, according to a source within the Ukrainian presidency.
- counterparts at the G7 summit in Canada to discuss potential support for defense projects in Ukraine through a joint investment fund established in May.
- The death toll from Tuesday’s Russian attack on Kyiv has risen to 28, with more than 130 people injured.
Zelenskyy is set to attend the NATO summit in The Hague, a crucial moment for the ongoing Ukraine war, aiming to secure further military and financial aid. Senior Ukrainian officials are also actively seeking U.S.support for defense projects, underscoring the urgent need for assistance amidst continued Russian aggression. As the death toll in Kyiv climbs, the summit gains added importance. Police in Slovakia have launched an investigation into the potential misuse of military aid, adding another layer to the complex situation.For more developments on the ukraine conflict and NATO’s involvement, explore News Directory 3. Discover what’s next.
Zelenskyy to Attend NATO Summit Amid Ongoing ukraine War
Updated June 19, 2025
Volodymyr Zelenskyy is scheduled to attend the NATO summit in the Hague on June 24-25, according to a source within the Ukrainian presidency. The summit offers an opportunity to bolster support and push for a ceasefire in the ongoing Ukraine war.
Meanwhile, senior Ukrainian officials met with U.S. counterparts at the G7 summit in Canada to discuss potential support for defense projects in Ukraine through a joint investment fund established in May. Yulia Svyrydenko, Ukraine’s first deputy prime minister, said U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent was involved in the talks. The discussions highlight Ukraine’s continued need for financial aid and military assistance as the conflict with Russia persists.
The death toll from Tuesday’s Russian attack on Kyiv has risen to 28, with more than 130 people injured. recovery efforts continue at the sites of destroyed apartment buildings. The Ukraine war has caused widespread devastation, and the NATO summit is seen as crucial for maintaining international support.
Russia’s defense ministry claimed its forces struck a Ukrainian troop position in the Sumy region using an Iskander missile. reuters was unable to independently verify the report. Ukrainian authorities previously reported an Iskander missile strike on Konotop, which damaged multi-story buildings but caused no casualties. Fighting remains intense in the Sumy region as Ukraine seeks to dislodge Russian forces.
In Slovakia, police have detained eight individuals, including defense ministry officials, as part of an examination by the European public prosecutor’s Office. The investigation concerns the possible misuse of €7.4 million earmarked for military aid to Ukraine at the start of the war in February 2022. Former Slovak Defense Minister Jaroslav Nad called the police action “theater.” The current prime minister, Robert Fico, has shifted Slovakia’s policies, halting military aid to Ukraine and visiting Moscow, which has triggered significant protests against his stance on the Ukraine conflict.
What’s next
Zelenskyy’s attendance at the NATO summit is expected to focus on securing further commitments of military and financial aid as Ukraine continues to defend itself against russian aggression. The outcome of the Slovak investigation could have implications for future aid disbursements.
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