Fierce Battles Rage in Ukraine’s Donetsk Oblast as Russian Forces Push Forward
The situation remains fluid, with both Russian and Ukrainian forces controlling different sectors of the embattled village. Analysts suggest that Russia’s advantage in manpower may tilt the outcome of this confrontation in its favor
Azerbaijan Demands Apology and Accountability from Russia Over Passenger Plane Downing
Azerbaijani MP Rasim Musabeyov, a member of the International Relations Committee, emphasized that Moscow must assume full responsibility for the incident, calling for legal accountability for those involved and compensation for victims’ families
Russian Missile Strike on Kyiv Damages Embassies and Historic Cathedral, Injures 12 Civilians
“This is an absolutely barbaric attack on diplomatic institutions,” Tykhyi stated. “Targeting diplomatic missions crosses all red lines and violates international norms. With such actions, Russia has once again confirmed its status as a barbarian state”
Drone Strikes, Peace Talk Prospects, and International Aid: Key Developments in Ukraine Conflict
Soon after, reports emerged on Russian social media of a fire at the Novoshakhtinsk Oil Refinery, speculated to be linked to the attack. Slyusar later confirmed the refinery fire was a direct result of the drone incident
Russian Oil Tanker Rescue Completed After Storm in Kerch Strait, Cleanup Efforts Underway
The operation had been delayed overnight due to adverse weather conditions, but all 14 crew members aboard the Volgoneft 239 were brought to safety after a concerted effort by Russian emergency services
Russia Sees Largest Territorial Gains in Ukraine Since March 2022
The majority of Russia’s territorial gains were concentrated in the eastern region of Ukraine, particularly around the city of Pokrovsk, located in the Donetsk province. This area, which is a crucial rail and road hub, has seen heavy fighting as Russian troops have pushed closer to its center
Kyiv Receives 502 Bodies of Fallen Ukrainian Soldiers from Russia in Latest Exchange
The Coordination Headquarters for the Treatment of Prisoners of War, which is responsible for organizing repatriations, confirmed the return of the fallen soldiers’ remains via social media. Of the 502 bodies, 397 were recovered from the eastern Donetsk region, where fighting has been most intense
Russia Vows Retaliation After Ukraine’s ATACMS Strikes on Military Sites
The strikes targeted military sites in the southwestern Kursk region over the weekend, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict, just days after the United States approved the use of these advanced weapons in Ukrainian operations within Russian borders
Russia Launches Largest-Ever Drone Assault on Ukraine, Damages Infrastructure Across Regions
The attack, which struck multiple regions, caused damage to critical infrastructure and residential buildings, leaving communities reeling. According to Ukraine’s air force, the overnight assault involved 188 drones, primarily Shahed models, designed in Iran