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NATO pledges increased Ukraine support as Russian strikes near border

NATO pledges increased Ukraine support as Russian strikes near border

Summary

NATO said it will increase support for Ukraine after Russian drone strikes near the Poland-Ukraine border. NATO and Poland are strengthening security along the eastern border to counter the risks from Russia’s military actions.

Key Facts

  • Russian drones struck near the Poland-Ukraine border, hitting a train close to NATO territory.
  • NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte promised more help for Ukraine and stronger defense on NATO’s eastern border.
  • Poland recovered a suspected Russian military drone from the Baltic Sea near its coast.
  • The European Union’s top diplomat said the attacks aim to scare Western countries from supporting Ukraine.
  • Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk warned Russia may increase attacks near Ukraine’s western borders and possibly inside European countries.
  • Intelligence reports, including from the CIA, suggest Russia plans to sabotage border areas to discourage support for Ukraine.
  • President Donald Trump said Ukraine and Russia agreed not to attack each other’s energy infrastructure, although this has not been confirmed by either country.
  • Russian strikes continue elsewhere, including attacks in southern Russia and the Black Sea.
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