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• [New] The United States and its allies have an opportunity to reject a Russian premise by dismantling the notion that Russia is entitled to its claimed sphere of influence or that Russia will inevitably win militarily in Ukraine. Institute for the Study of War
• [New] The information backdrop of the Kremlin-induced fears has shaped Western decisions, resulting in lost opportunities for Ukraine and battlefield advantages for Russia. Institute for the Study of War
• [New] Russia's war on Ukraine, and the vulnerability of Iran demonstrated by Israel, who is widely believed to have nuclear weapons, will likely make them even more desirable. Marc to Market
• [New] The urgency to enhance military capabilities has been underscored by evolving geopolitical threats, particularly following Russia's ongoing invasion of Ukraine, the largest armed conflict on European soil since World War II. SSBCrack News
• [New] Russia's ongoing efforts to expand drone production are having a more immediate impact on the frontline in Ukraine, although Russia will continue to benefit from enhanced drone production capabilities during any future conflict. Institute for the Study of War
• [New] Political or diplomatic developments outside the fighting in Ukraine could alter states' behaviour and influence the international order. Rand Corporation
• [New] Ukraine Seeks EU Sanctions on Bangladesh Firms Over Alleged Wheat Imports from Russian-Occupied Ukrainian Territories Ukraine plans to ask the EU to sanction Bangladeshi firms importing wheat from Russian-occupied regions. Leverage Edu
• [New] Ukraine Seeks EU Sanctions on Bangladeshi Entities Over Alleged Grain Imports from Russian-Occupied Ukrainian Territories Ukraine plans to request EU sanctions on Bangladeshi firms accused of importing grain from Russian-occupied regions. Leverage Edu
• [New] The recent spike in speculation about a Russian attack on NATO looks like an attempt to extrapolate what has been happening in Ukraine in recent years to other European countries. Meduza
• [New] NATO gave Trump a political win, with allies pledging to increase their defence spending from 2% of GDP to 5% by 2035 as part of their ironclad commitment to their collective security amid Russia's war against Ukraine. Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative A
• [New] The statement of the alliance countries does not mention Russia's SMO on Ukraine, but it is claimed that the Russian Federation poses a long-term threat to Euro-Atlantic security. EADaily
• [New] President Volodymyr Zelensky warned NATO members of potential Russian attacks if Ukraine is not fully supported and urged expanded weapons support, particularly in drone and air defence systems. The Cipher Brief
• [New] Despite sanctions, Russia is positioning itself for eternal war with an expanding arsenal that threatens Ukraine, Europe, and the U.S. alike. The Cipher Brief
• [New] The danger of the post-Soviet Thucydides Trap between Russia and the EU post-Soviet adds to the complexity of the security struggle, as Russia's invasion of Ukraine demonstrates the decrease of Russia's influence in its former ascendancy. Modern Diplomacy
• [New] Russia is preparing to build another Shahed production facility in an unspecified location and forecasted that Russian strike packages may soon incorporate up to 800 Shaheds, compared to the 300 to 400 that Russia typically launches in nightly strikes against Ukraine. Critical Threats
• [New] The move - part of a new spending pledge by the NATO alliance - was panned as deceptive smoke and mirrors by critics, who pointed to the very real risk of escalating conflict between Iran, the US and Israel, as well as Russia's full-scale war in Ukraine. SKY
• [New] Many Western governments want their countries' battlefield technology in Ukraine so companies can learn how best to be ready for any potential conflict with Russia - something many European countries warn could happen. Business Insider
• Russia's intensified force generation efforts appear to be generating a reserve force that Russia will be able to leverage in Ukraine or against NATO in the future, despite current limitations on Russia's offensive capacity in Ukraine. Institute for the Study of War
• Russia's military capabilities arestretched by the war in Ukraine, and appearing as an antagonist to Israeland the US may also risk triggering the US to reconsider tougher sanctionsor increased support to Ukraine. Scribd
• Except the outbreak of the Russian invasion to the Ukraine, the geopolitical risk did not have an obvious spillover effect on the LNG freight rates on the U.S.-Europe trading route. SpringerOpen
• Ukraine has become a world leader in drone technology which not only puts military targets deep within Russia at risk, it also changes the rules of warfare for all military powers in ways that still cannot be fully predicted. ALBANIA DAILY NEWS

Last updated: 04 July 2025