At Wartime Davos Forum, Calls for European Unity Are Eased by Relief
“Our energy supply for this winter is secure,” Germany’s chancellor declared as government and business leaders gathered at the World Economic Forum.
Defense and Military Forces
U.S. Warms to Helping Ukraine Target Crimea
The Biden administration is considering the argument that Kyiv needs the power to strike at the Ukrainian peninsula annexed by Russia in 2014.
Ukraine Minister Killed in Helicopter Crash Oversaw Some Security Forces
Denys Monastyrsky was the highest-ranking Ukrainian government official to die since Russia’s invasion began in February last year.
Untested German Defense Minister Has Allies Watching Closely
Boris Pistorius, the new defense minister, is seen as a skilled politician but, entering a world stage on which Ukraine is at war, he may pose a risk for Chancellor Olaf Scholz.
Pentagon Sends U.S. Arms Stored in Israel to Ukraine
Israeli officials had initially expressed concerns that the move could damage its relations with Russia.
Ukraine Asks for More Weapons as U.S. and Allies Meet to Discuss Aid
Ukraine has a narrow window of time to retake more territory ahead of an expected Russian spring offensive, but to do that it needs weapons like armored vehicles.
Germany Appoints New Defense Minister as Ukraine War Pressure Mounts
The appointment of Boris Pistorius comes as Germany faces increasing calls to send Leopard 2 tanks to Ukraine.
Hamas Releases Video That Appears to Show Israeli Missing Since 2014
If verified as authentic, the footage would provide the first public proof of life of Avera Mengistu, an Israeli citizen who disappeared after walking into Gaza and had been held captive by Hamas.
Christine Lambrecht Resigns as Germany’s Defense Minister
Christine Lambrecht was a frequent target of criticism, including over German caution on military aid to Ukraine. Chancellor Olaf Scholz had backed her strongly, and may find her hard to replace.
Putin’s Wins and Losses
Ukraine’s winter slowed the war, but there have been major developments.