Russia Pounds Ukraine With Drones Amid Uncertain Ceasefire Talks
The Ukrainian Air Force responded to the attacks, issuing air raid alerts across multiple regions, including Kyiv, Zhytomyr, Sumy, Chernihiv, Poltava, Kharkiv, Kirovohrad, Dnipropetrovsk, and Cherkasy. Ukrainian officials also warned of a potential ballistic missile threat during the bombardment
Gazprom Faces Record $13.1 Billion Loss Amid Declining European Market
The company’s financial woes have been further compounded by plummeting share prices in its subsidiary, Gazprom Neft, and a newly imposed income tax hike to 25%, which has significantly increased its deferred tax liabilities
Lavrov Warns European Peacekeepers in Ukraine Would Signal NATO Involvement
The statement escalated tensions as French President Emmanuel Macron described Russia as a significant threat to France and Europe, calling for a united front against what he termed Russian aggression
Russian Forces Intensify Assault on Toretsk as Donetsk Offensive Gains Momentum
The primary objective appears to be securing Toretsk ahead of a broader push toward Kostiantynivka. Reports indicate that Russian troops have adopted scorched-earth tactics, targeting Ukrainian defenses and critical infrastructure in an attempt to weaken resistance
Russian Missile Attack on Kyiv Kills Four, Injures Several Amid Escalating Strikes
Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko confirmed that shattered windows and thick smoke filled building entrances in the affected neighborhoods. Additionally, a water pipeline in the Shevchenkivskyi district sustained damage, further complicating the situation for residents
Russia Reports Drone Attack on TurkStream Pipeline Compressor Station in Krasnodar
The attack occurred near the Russkaya compressor station in the Krasnodar region of southern Russia, according to a statement from the Russian Defense Ministry. The ministry reported that despite the incident, the compressor station remained operational, with no injuries to personnel
Russian Bombing in Zaporizhzhia Kills 13, Injures 63 as Evacuations Intensify
The attack, carried out using FAB-500 bombs equipped with UMPK guidance kits, resulted in 13 fatalities and 63 injuries, according to the National Police of Ukraine and the State Emergency Service (SES)
Putin May Agree to Ukraine’s NATO Membership Under Conditions, Says Journalist Christo Grozev
Speaking to Ukraine’s “Channel 24,” Grozev suggested that Moscow might agree to Ukraine’s membership if the United States withdraws military bases from Eastern Europe and eases economic sanctions on Russia
Blinken: China Intervened to Prevent Russian Nuclear Escalation in Ukraine
Blinken revealed that China warned Russia against nuclear escalation in Ukraine, playing a critical role in preventing catastrophe. He also hinted at China’s involvement in thwarting other nuclear plans, including a reported Russian scheme to launch a weapon into space