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**US President Trump says he wants to end Russia’s war on Ukraine, but is hitting them harder than ever**
US President Donald Trump has stated that he wants to end Russia’s full-scale war on Ukraine, but is taking a hardline approach by increasing military pressure. Trump also said that any security guarantees for Ukraine will only be considered once the war has ended.
**Ukraine’s air defenses repel Russian missile attack with help from French Mirage 2000 jets**
Russia launched a large-scale aerial assault on Ukraine, firing 67 missiles and deploying 194 drones. Ukraine’s air defenses intercepted 34 missiles and 100 drones, with anti-aircraft missile units, electronic warfare systems, and mobile fire groups contributing to the effort. For the first time, French-provided Mirage 2000 fighter jets were deployed to repel the attack.
**EU pledges $16 billion in additional aid for Ukraine**
Several EU members have pledged up to 15 billion euros ($16.3 billion) in additional aid for Ukraine. The aid package was discussed at a summit of EU leaders, who also agreed on a new defense initiative that could mobilize up to 800 billion euros through loans and loosening fiscal rules.
**Key points**
* US President Trump wants to end Russia’s war on Ukraine but is taking a hardline approach.
* Ukraine’s air defenses repelled a Russian missile attack with the help of French Mirage 2000 jets.
* The EU has pledged $16 billion in additional aid for Ukraine.
* A new defense initiative could mobilize up to 800 billion euros through loans and loosening fiscal rules.
