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The ISW reports that Russian forces launched extensive missile and drone strikes against Ukraine, while Ukrainian forces made recent advances near Pokrovsk, and Russian advances occurred near Novopavlivka. Additionally, US and Ukrainian leaders agreed on future US investments in Ukrainian drone production and purchases.
Ukraine has rapidly developed a cutting-edge, affordable drone industry driven by necessity in its conflict with Russia, offering valuable lessons for the U.S. military in mass production, rapid iteration, and AI integration. The U.S. should strengthen its partnership with Ukraine through coproduction and licensing to enhance its own defense capabilities and stay ahead of adversaries like China, Iran, and North Korea. Supporting Ukraine's technological advancements benefits both nations and provides a strategic advantage in modern warfare.
Ukraine faces intensified Russian attacks, including a major drone assault on Kyiv and a strike on the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, which lost power and relies on emergency generators. Ukrainian and US leaders discuss strengthening air defenses amid ongoing conflict, with recent exchanges of prisoners and international support efforts. US President Trump expressed disappointment after a call with Putin, highlighting the ongoing tensions and escalation in the war.
The United States government announced new actions to strengthen cooperation and co-production between the U.S. and Ukraine's defense industrial bases. These actions include sending an advisor to support Ukraine's transition to an interoperable military force, establishing an interagency team to support potential deals and export requirements, signing a statement of intent on co-production and technical data exchange, and providing technical data for local production of air defense systems. These efforts aim to support Ukraine's fight against Russian aggression and contribute to its long-term security and economic success.