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‘Game Changer’? Too Soon to Tell. But Ukraine Flexed in Striking Moscow.
The New York Times • • general
Key Points:
- A recent Ukrainian drone attack on Moscow caused significant damage, including a fire at the city's largest oil refinery, challenging the notion that Russia could protect its capital from the war.
- President Volodymyr Zelensky is actively advancing both military operations and diplomatic efforts, securing strong support from the Group of Seven (G7) nations despite former President Trump's diminished focus on the conflict.
- The G7 issued a rare unified statement backing Ukraine and reaffirmed financial aid, including the disbursement of a €90 billion loan and $4 billion in new Western military assistance.
- Ukraine officially began negotiations to join the European Union amid ongoing hostilities, signaling increased integration with Western institutions.
- European officials may feel encouraged to take a more proactive role in seeking a resolution to the war following Trump's comments distancing the U.S. from the conflict.
