Protests in Kyiv demand the reinstatement of Mykhailo Fedorov as Defense Minister amid criticism of recent cabinet appointments, highlighting implications for Ukraine’s defense and tech sectors.
Gazprom has signed a contract with Russia's Defense Ministry to create mobile units for guarding gas infrastructure, enabling employees to combine civilian jobs with reserve military duties.
The Russian Defense Ministry proposes ending mandatory medical checks for contract soldiers, underscoring recruitment struggles amid the ongoing conflict with Ukraine.
Germany allocates an additional €300 million to support the Czech ammunition initiative for Ukraine, funding 50,000 rounds and reinforcing European defense cooperation.
Russia and Ukraine use the May 9 ceasefire to rotate troops and prepare offensives, while intermittent hostilities continue amid fragile peace efforts.