Exclusives
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Three days after Ukraine’s drone blast, Russia’s missile sub still hasn’t moved. Why hasn't the Russian submarine "Kolpino" moved in 3 days? Possibly because she's damaged, and can't move. |
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Ukraine could save up to €100m a year on transfers. If parliament approves, Ukrainians could save €70-100mn annually on cross-border transfers. |
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Zelenskyy warns EU: Denying frozen Russian funds weakens Ukraine and tempts Putin. The President speaks hours before the critical Brussels vote. |
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US warns EU: Seize Russia’s frozen billions and you’ll “have to give it back”. Washington pressures Europe ahead of critical summit. |
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Global protests demand end to Russia’s “human safari” as lawmakers propose new sanctions bill. Documentary reaches US Capitol as Ukrainians worldwide rally against drone terror |
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Russian court jails 65-year-old teacher for “terrorism” after hiding Ukrainian soldier. Occupation authorities accused her of aiding a plot to assassinate an occupation administration's member in occupied Donetsk, but she denied knowing about such activities. |
Military
Frontline report: Ukraine opens new domain in Black Sea war with first successful underwater drone strike on docked submarine — By exploiting blind spots in Russia's surface-focused defenses, Ukraine's Sub Sea Baby reached a heavily guarded Novorossiysk pier.
Russia's nuclear-capable Oreshnik missile now on combat duty in Belarus, Lukashenka says — Deployment follows months of announcements as Minsk deepens military integration with Moscow.
Ukrainian drones strike deep into Belgorod, wiping out Russia's prized S-400 launchers (VIDEO, MAP) — Two launchers of the advanced anti-air system near Verkhny Olshanets were obliterated by Ukraine's Black Forest artillery brigade.
Ukraine's drones destroy MiG-31 jet, anti-air system, and radars at Belbek base in occupied Crimea (PHOTOS, MAP) — The Security Service of Ukraine shared thermal footage showing radar and air defense targets moments before impact.
Drones hit Russian oil tanker ablaze in Rostov-on-Don port, the ship is sinking (UPDATED, MAP) — Residents of Rostov, Bataysk, and Taganrog reported blasts and flames overnight in what local authorities say was a multi-city drone assault.
Russia reveals war costs hit 80% of defense budget in rare admission — Drone branch deadline slips again despite claimed superiority.
Frontline report: Ukraine's counteroffensive turns Kupiansk into a symbol of defiance — With Trump's peace negotiations looming, Ukraine's stunning liberation of Kupiansk has dealt a blow to Moscow's credibility and battlefield morale.
ISW: Russia's top general promises fast victory — but even his boasts prove the opposite — Belousov insists the Fortress Belt is key to a rapid takeover, yet even his own timeline suggests years of grinding warfare.
Intelligence and Technology
Kazakhstan launches $1 billion NATO-standard arms project, sparking Russian outrage — ASPAN project marks first break from Soviet-era weapons compatibility.
Ukraine tracks 1100+ tankers in Russia's shadow fleet — most already sanctioned, intelligence reveals — Despite widespread sanctions, over 50 new tankers joined Russia's shadow fleet in the past six months alone.
International
Zelenskyy: If Russia rejects diplomacy, allies must respond with more weapons and sanctions — "If one side refuses diplomacy, the other must be strengthened," Ukrainian president says.
Belgium importing two-thirds more Russian gas since EU transit ban — Sanctions blocking Asian buyers pushed Novatek's Arctic gas into the European grid instead.
"Money today or blood tomorrow": Tusk warns Polish independence threatened if Europe lets Ukraine fall — Polish PM urges EU to unlock frozen Russian assets at Brussels summit.
Zelenskyy urges EU to seize frozen Russian assets: "No one can explain giving €200 billion back to Putin" — At European Council summit, Ukrainian president frames frozen Russian assets decision as test of Europe's credibility on security guarantees.
European Parliament backs "military Schengen" to speed troop movement across EU amid Russian threat — MEPs support removing internal EU borders to allow rapid troop movement, including within 24 hours in a crisis.
Zelenskyy insists on Congress-approved security deal with NATO Article 5-style protections — Ukrainian president outlines three non-negotiable conditions for US security guarantees.
Belgian PM says Kremlin threatened him personally over frozen assets for Ukraine. Moscow's pressure is clearly paying off — Medvedev says Belgium could "disappear."
Humanitarian and Social Impact
Kyiv installs first mobile bomb shelter – with more planned as Russian attacks continue — Officials say expanding civilian protection remains a priority.
"Cynical war crime": Russian drone strikes car near Odesa, killing mother and injuring her three children — Odesa officials condemn the attack at site hit three times previously.
Political and Legal Developments
Zelenskyy calls US three-way split of Zaporizhzhia plant "unfair," insists station belongs to Ukraine — Ukrainian president raises militarization, safety concerns, and questions over who pays for repairs.
Zelenskyy: Putin doesn't want peace — the question is whether he can afford more war — The Ukrainian President says Putin's real message is the continuation of the invasion, despite US-led peace efforts.
Putin confirms Russia still wants all of Ukraine and won't be satisfied with US-proposed peace plan, ISW says — He again referred to wide areas of Ukraine as "historically Russian," including territories not currently under Russian occupation.
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