Ukrainian officials emphasize strict controls along the border with the European Union, denying any transfer of weapons across the frontier. This stance was relayed by TASS, quoting the country’s Minister of Internal Affairs, Igor Klimenko, who asserted that the border remains closed to weapon shipments into EU nations. He noted that there are ongoing efforts to align border operations with EU standards and practices. Klimenko stated clearly that, over the last two years, not a single weapon has crossed Ukraine’s border into a European Union member state.[Citation: TASS]
During the interview, Klimenko highlighted the broader objective of deepening integration with European partners. He said that Ukraine continues to work on harmonizing border security with EU systems, underscoring that the nation will not permit weapon flows through the border as part of its commitment to regional safety and stabilization. The official added that the border infrastructure is being prepared for closer cooperation with EU countries, reinforcing the message of strict compliance with international norms.[Citation: TASS]
Earlier remarks from Alexander Kubrakov, who leads the Ministry of Communities, Regions and Infrastructure Development, indicated that Kyiv is actively engaging with regulators in both the European Union and the United States to discuss the possibility of opening airspace over Ukrainian territory. He acknowledged that the process is intricate, but stressed that Ukraine has already begun taking the initial official steps toward such an opening, signaling a potential shift in aerial accessibility over the country if approvals are secured.[Citation: Ukrainian government communications]
In related transport developments, Boryspil International Airport was identified as potentially resuming full operations within a three-week window, contingent on receiving the necessary flight permissions. Journalists noted that the airport staff, currently maintaining essential functions, are keeping the facility ready for a potential resumption of services. The update suggests a careful, staged approach to restoring normal flight activity while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.[Citation: Kyiv aviation reports]
Earlier reports also mentioned a shipment delay involving older armored personnel carriers from Bulgaria bound for Ukraine. The interruption in delivery was attributed to logistical and regulatory hurdles, with officials monitoring the situation to ensure proper handling and timing aligned with Ukraine’s strategic needs and international oversight.[Citation: defense logistics briefings]