Putin confirms he wants all of Ukraine, as Europe steps up military aid
Summary
Ukraine's European allies, including NATO countries and Canada, promised to give $35 billion in military aid to Ukraine this year. Russia's President Putin stated his goal is to fully absorb Ukraine into Russia. Germany and other European countries plan to increase their defense spending due to concerns over Russia.Key Facts
- European countries and Canada pledged $35 billion in military aid to Ukraine for 2023.
- Last year, the total aid was over $50 billion for the entire year.
- The aid from Europe is helping to fill a gap left by a pause in military support from the United States.
- Ukrainian President Zelenskyy discussed buying Patriot defense systems from the U.S. with President Trump.
- Russia, through a spokesman, said it wants a ceasefire only if Ukraine's allies stop providing weapons.
- Putin declared that he sees Russia and Ukraine as one nation and wants all of Ukraine.
- Germany plans to increase its defense spending to 5% of its economy by 2035 due to Russian threats.
- NATO views Russia as preparing for a possible large conflict against them in the future.
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