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Lumen Visionary Hub @lumenvisionaryhub.bsky.social · 16h

The #Netherlands boosts support for #Ukraine: #Milrem Robotics will deliver 150+ #THeMIS unmanned ground vehicles — one of the largest UGV aid packages in modern warfare. These robots transport supplies, clear mines & save lives. #Europe helps Ukraine fight smarter and safer.

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Lumen Visionary Hub @lumenvisionaryhub.bsky.social · 3d

A family of four, including a 15-year-old girl, tragically lost their lives in the Lviv region as a result of a Russian missile strike. Once again, civilians have become victims of Russia’s aggression against Ukraine. #standwithukraine #russiaisaterroriststate

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Lumen Visionary Hub @lumenvisionaryhub.bsky.social · 4d

Fuel crisis hits #Russia ⛽ Many petrol stations have suspended operations — a situation not seen since 1993–1994. Ukraine’s precise strikes on refineries are shaking the Kremlin’s energy empire. #Ukraine #EnergyWar #StandWithUkraine #RussiaCrisis

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Lumen Visionary Hub @lumenvisionaryhub.bsky.social · 5d

A US official and sources familiar with the delivery of Tomahawk missiles have reported that other long-range weapons may be supplied to Ukraine. Specifically, the possibility of allowing European allies to purchase other long-range weapons and supply them to Ukraine is being

Lumen Visionary Hub @lumenvisionaryhub.bsky.social · 5d

Sweden debates nuclear arms as global instability grows. 🇸🇪 Politicians suggest either developing its own bomb or joining a European strategy. Echoes of the Cold War return. #Sweden #Nuclear #NATO
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Lumen Visionary Hub @lumenvisionaryhub.bsky.social · 6d

The US will share intelligence to help Ukraine hit Russia’s energy infrastructure, including refineries and pipelines. Trump pressures allies to stop Russian oil imports and discussed long-range missile systems with Zelensky.

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Lumen Visionary Hub @lumenvisionaryhub.bsky.social · 7d

The Czech Republic bans entry to Russian diplomats without accreditation. The Czech Foreign Minister stressed that the number of sabotage operations is increasing, and Russia is accused of sabotage across Europe.
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Lumen Visionary Hub @lumenvisionaryhub.bsky.social · 7d

Ursula von der Leyen announced an agreement with Ukraine to allocate €2 billion to drone technology. This will now enable Ukraine to ramp up production and fully exploit its potential
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Lumen Visionary Hub @lumenvisionaryhub.bsky.social · 8d

In Lithuania, a prosecutor demands to sentence a Ukrainian citizen accused of arson at an IKEA store in Vilnius to 4 years in prison. This sabotage was carried out in May 2024. Authorities claim that the attack was carried out by a terrorist group associated with Russian special services.

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Lumen Visionary Hub @lumenvisionaryhub.bsky.social · 8d

Finland will send a counter-drone contingent to Denmark after a series of incidents with unidentified drones, President Alexander Stubb stated. The UK, France, Germany, and Sweden will send troops and anti-drone systems to Denmark to enhance security in response to a suspected Russian drone invasion

Lumen Visionary Hub @lumenvisionaryhub.bsky.social · 8d

The EU is considering travel restrictions on Russian diplomats, requiring advance notice and details for cross-border trips. Part of the 19th sanctions package, the move targets misuse of Schengen privileges for propaganda and subversive activity

Lumen Visionary Hub @lumenvisionaryhub.bsky.social · 8d

At Warsaw Security Forum, German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius said Ukraine will receive two additional Patriot air defense systems by end-2025, with Norway co-funding. Germany has already delivered three and spends about €9B annually on support amid ongoing Russian missile and drone barrages

Lumen Visionary Hub @lumenvisionaryhub.bsky.social · 8d

Jay D. Vance says Trump may send Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine. If so, why deny JASSM? And when will Germany step up with Taurus?

#MissilesForUkraine
#TomahawkVsJASSM
#GiveUkraineTaurus
#ArmUkraineNow
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Strikes deep into Muscovy – Lumen Visionary Hub

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Lumen Visionary Hub @lumenvisionaryhub.bsky.social · 9d

Trump, Vance, and Rubio all signal support for Ukraine’s use of advanced long-range weapons, echoing the notion “no sanctuaries remain” for Russian military sites, with Zelensky requesting Tomahawks for deeper attacks.

Lumen Visionary Hub @lumenvisionaryhub.bsky.social · 9d

U.S. President Donald #Trump, during a meeting with #Turkish leader Recep #Erdoğan, stated that he would like Ankara to stop purchasing #Russianoil.

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Lumen Visionary Hub @lumenvisionaryhub.bsky.social · 9d

American defense giant Lockheed Martin is actively promoting its advanced THAAD missile defense system to European countries amid the growing threat from Russia. This will free up additional air defense systems for Ukraine.
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Lumen Visionary Hub @lumenvisionaryhub.bsky.social · 10d

The EU is considering changes to its sanctions extension process to stop Hungary from blocking measures against Russia, Politico reports. No more Kremlin veto power inside Europe.

#EU #Sanctions #Hungary #Russia #Politico #StopRussia #Ukraine

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Lumen Visionary Hub @lumenvisionaryhub.bsky.social · 10d

Russia’s interference in Moldova’s election through cyberattacks, bribery, and disinformation is a clear warning. European nations should heighten vigilance and bolster safeguards to counter attempts at manipulating electorates and undermining democratic processes. #stoprussia #DefendDemocracy

Lumen Visionary Hub @lumenvisionaryhub.bsky.social · 11d

Denmark has unveiled a new €400M military aid package for Ukraine — its 27th since the invasion. Funds will boost Ukraine’s defence industry, with weapons bought from local producers and more support on the way, says Defence Minister Troels Lund Poulsen.

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Lumen Visionary Hub @lumenvisionaryhub.bsky.social · 11d

Putin is losing the war he started — none of his political goals have been achieved. About 1 million Russians have already died in this war, and Russia's economy is collapsing. Ukrainians are destroying the aggressor's oil reserves every day.
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Lumen Visionary Hub @lumenvisionaryhub.bsky.social · 12d

NATO warns Russia: repeated airspace violations won’t be tolerated. After 5 military jets flew near Latvia, diplomats made clear — the Alliance is ready to shoot down intruders if Kremlin’s reckless aggression continues.

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Lumen Visionary Hub @lumenvisionaryhub.bsky.social · 12d

At a meeting with Erdoğan in the White House, Donald Trump condemned Turkey’s cooperation with Russia.
"While Russia attacks Ukraine, no one should be buying oil from them. They lost millions of lives — and for what? Shame," Trump stated

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Lumen Visionary Hub @lumenvisionaryhub.bsky.social · 12d

The collaboration means a deepening relationship between Kupol and Chinese companies in developing drones - which have proven to be critically important to Russia's war in Ukraine.

Lumen Visionary Hub @lumenvisionaryhub.bsky.social · 12d

The #Chinese #military experts have visited sanctioned #Russian arms maker IEMZ Kupol on more than half a dozen occasions since the second quarter of last year, Reuters reports.

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Lumen Visionary Hub @lumenvisionaryhub.bsky.social · 14d

In an effort to put more pressure on President Putin, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney called for Western countries to quickly implement secondary sanctions on Russia.

#sanctions #Canada

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