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Zelensky: Ukraine values Belgium's decision to start providing Ukraine with F-16s this year.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has held a phone call with Belgian Prime Minister Alexander De Croo to discuss the peace summit and defense cooperation, including the transfer of F-16 fighter jets.
The head of state announced this on the social media site X, Ukrinform reports.
"I spoke with Belgian Prime Minister Alexander De Croo and thanked him for confirming his participation in the Peace Summit. We appreciate Belgium's principled stance toward the Peace Formula. We also discussed our defense and political cooperation. We value Belgium's decision to begin providing Ukraine with F-16 jets already this year," Zelensky said.
Read also: The Netherlands plans to send Ukraine F-16s this fall
He also underscored the important role of the Belgian EU Presidency in the context of Ukraine's EU accession.
"We anticipate that accession talks will begin in June," he said.
Photo: Ezra Acayan/Getty Images
MLRS attack on Kupiansk district: Five dead, number of injured rises to ten.
The number of those injured in an enemy attack on the Kupiansk district, Kharkiv region, has increased to ten.
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UK defense secretary calls on Germany to give Ukraine long-range missiles with permission to strike Crimea.
British Defense Secretary Grant Shapps has called on Germany to provide Ukraine with long-range missiles and allow them to be used for strikes on Crimea.
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Ukraine's presidential couple commemorate victims of political repression.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and First Lady Olena Zelenska have visited the Bykivnia Graves National Historical and Memorial Reserve and honored the memory of the victims of political repression.
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SBU drones hit military airfield, oil refinery in Russia - sources.
Drones of Ukraine's SBU State Security Service attacked the Kushchyovskaya air base and the Slavyansk oil refinery in Russia's Krasnodar region on the night of May 18 to 19.
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Two Patriots for Kharkiv will change situation: Zelensky shows aftermath of Russian attack on holiday resort.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has offered his condolences to the loved ones of those killed and injured in a Russian missile attack on a civilian object in the Kharkiv district.
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Are rising temperatures fueling ALL extreme weather? - DW News.
Extreme heat, floods and storms in Asia, the U.S, Brazil and beyond threaten billions of people globally. Many of the disasters are fueled by humans burning fossil fuels like coal, oil and gas. But not all of them. We take a closer look at the wor...
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Dow Jones exceeds 40,000 for first time ever
For the first time ever on Thursday, the Dow Jones average rose about 40,000, providing new optimism about the economy. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger breaks down what it means. Each weekday morning, "CBS Mornings" co-hosts Gayle King,...
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Sen. Bob Menendez reveals wife has breast cancer amid ongoing trial
New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez announced his wife, Nadine Menendez, is being treated for grade 3 breast cancer. Her trial is on hold as she undergoes treatment. The couple is accused of engaging in a bribery scheme. Each weekday morning, "CBS Mornin...
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Thousands without power after deadly storms strike Texas.
Powerful wind and rain slammed the southeastern part of Texas for the second time this month. At least four people were killed in the storm and more than 800,000 customers are still without power. Each weekday morning, "CBS Mornings" co-hosts Gayl...
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Scottie Scheffler arrested at PGA Championship after traffic incident.
The world's top-ranked golfer, Scottie Scheffler, was arrested Friday morning while trying to enter the Valhalla Golf Club ahead of Friday's second round of the PGA Championship. He's facing multiple charges, including assaulting a police officer,...
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On the water for dragon boat racing
An ancient Chinese tradition is coming to life this weekend in Washington, D.C. Dozens of dragon boats will be on the water, with teams from across the country all racing for glory.
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