Kyiv runs into strong opposition on tax hike to fund war – Politico
Ukraine's proposal to raise taxes for war funding faces strong opposition from domestic and international businesses, reports Politico.
Russian forces occupies village of Vesele in Donetsk Oblast – Deep State
Russian forces have occupied the village of Vesele and advanced near four other settlements in Donetsk Oblast, according to Deep State.
Ukraine launches second Turkish-built corvette in Istanbul
Ukraine has launched its second Turkish-built corvette, named Hetman Ivan Vyhovsky, as part of efforts to strengthen its naval capabilities amid ongoing Russian war.
Russia claims ATACMS missile hit Sevastopol building in night attack
A nine-story building in Sevastopol was allegedly hit by part of an ATACMS missile, according to occupation authorities.
Yermak: Next peace summit to be held in Middle East
Ukraine's chief of staff Andriy Yermak has revealed plans for a second global peace summit, likely to be held in the Middle East, aimed at paving the way for an end to hostilities with Russia.
ISW: Russia slowly but surely advancing toward Pokrovsk
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has identified the Pokrovsk direction as Russia's current military priority, citing ongoing challenges in staffing and equipping Ukrainian brigades.
Biden, Harris welcome freed Americans at Andrews Air Force Base in Washington
Three US citizens and a green card holder have returned home after being released from Russian imprisonment in a major international prisoner swap.
Belarus airspace breached by Russian drones during attack on Ukraine
At least five Russian kamikaze drones entered Belarus during an overnight attack on Ukraine, traveling as far as 260 kilometers into the country.
TIME reports about “cold” relationship between Kamala Harris and Zelenskyy
TIME magazine has shed light on Vice President Kamala Harris's diplomatic efforts with Ukraine, revealing tensions in her early meetings with President Zelenskyy.
Italian authorities seize Russian oligarch’s castle at Ukraine’s request
Italian financial authorities have seized a Tuscan castle and other assets worth $44 million from Russian oligarch Alexei Fedorichev following a request from Ukraine.
Lubinets: Ukrainian prisoner Ishchenko died 9 days ago, Russia did not inform about it
The death of a Ukrainian prisoner in Russia has raised concerns about the treatment of POWs and compliance with international conventions.
Ukrainian Azov driver dies in Russian detention – Russian media
A 55-year-old Ukrainian defender captured in Mariupol has died in a Russian detention center, according to reports from Russian media outlets.
NYT: Ukraine recruits about 30,000 people into the army monthly
A new conscription law in Ukraine has led to a significant increase in military recruitment, with 4.7 million men registering for potential service, the New York Times reports.
Kyiv hails dialogue with Beijing, hints at potential Zelenskyy-Xi meeting
China's foreign minister has been invited to visit Ukraine, potentially paving the way for increased diplomatic engagement between Kyiv and Beijing.