Illia Kabachynskyi

Russia continues the militarization of the Arctic, strengthening its Northern Fleet by commissioning new warships and submarines.

Most countries don’t have long-range cruise missiles like this. Ukraine built the 1,000-km Neptune in just three years.

When Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, one of the Kremlin’s first targets was Mariupol. While the Ukrainian army tried to hold back the Russian advance, the city was being obliterated—tens of thousands of civilians were killed, and almost all residential buildings were reduced to rubble. Now, Moscow is attempting to convince the world that life in Mariupol has improved, portraying the destroyed city as “better than it was under Ukraine.”

Ukraine’s fleet of naval drones has turned the tide in the Black Sea, carving out a secure maritime corridor despite Russia’s aggression, fueling a surge in exports—including vital agricultural shipments to Africa and other regions that rely on them.

The United Kingdom has been one of the most steadfast supporters of Ukraine, providing the first tanks, long-range missiles, and actively engaging in advocacy and aid efforts. In total, British assistance to Ukraine has surpassed $14 billion. But why does Britain take such a firm stance against Russia?

Russia is bombarding Ukrainian cities with ballistic missiles, and currently only American-made Patriot systems can intercept them.