US, UK announce new sanctions on Russian metal exports
The US and Britain announce embargo on Russian-origin aluminum, copper, and nickel imports, largest export product after energy resources, to reduce Russia's profits.
Trump supports aid to Ukraine, but “in loan, not gift”
Speaking at his Mar-a-Lago estate, Donald Trump indicated that Republicans could back additional Ukraine aid, though preferably as a "loan, not just a gift."
Syrskyi: Situation on multiple frontline directions significantly deteriorated
Russian forces intensifying offensives in Lyman & Bakhmut, attempting Pokrovsk breakthrough with tanks, infantry
Russian troops occupy Bohdanivka in Bakhmut direction, Donetsk Oblast – Deep State analysts
The analysts reported that the Russian forces are advancing toward Chasiv Yar
50% of Ukrainians believe mobilization efforts going wrong – survey shows
60% negatively assess work of Territorial Recruitment Centers. Verkhovna Rada (55%) & TRCs (59%) seen as most responsible.
US Ambassador: US to sell Ukraine $ 138 mn worth of equipment to modernize air defense systems
This will support repairing Hawk missile systems that protect critical infrastructure from Russia's attacks on energy grid & civilians.
Ukrainian Railways begins construction of European-Gauge rail project
The project will enable direct passenger routes from Uzhhorod to Vienna, Bratislava, Budapest, Prague, Bucharest & more.
Ukraine signs 10-year security agreement with Latvia
Bolstering Ukraine's defense, Latvia pledged around $120 million in military aid for 2024 under a new bilateral accord.
Borrell calls for EU focus on preventing destruction in Ukraine, sending those 7 Patriot Kyiv “asking desperately for”
Providing Ukraine with seven Patriot air defense batteries is "inconceivable" not to do, EU's Borrell stated, relaying Kyiv's urgent request.
Japan imposes export controls on Russia, targeting industrial and oil, gas sectors
Japan has imposed additional sanctions on Russia, prohibiting the export of 164 types of goods that could contribute to strengthening Russia's industrial infrastructure. The updated sanctions list targets items for industry, oil & gas sectors
Kuleba: Ukraine wants at least 7 Patriot air defense systems
Ukraine's Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba said that Kyiv has identified over 100 available Patriot air defense systems held by allies, urging the transfer of at least 7 systems to bolster Ukraine's defenses against Russian aerial bombardment. “I feel like hitting the wall. I just don’t understand why it’s not happening”
Russia attacks Ukraine with 82 air targets, hitting energy infrastructure in Lviv, Kyiv, Kharkiv, Zaporizhzhia oblasts
Ukraine's air forces downed 57 targets & reported that Russian main target was Lviv Oblast. In Kharkiv 200K consumers left without power due to Russian attack on the energy infrastructure facility there
Germany delivers military aid to Ukraine
The new aid package contains thousands of artillery shells, armored vehicles, reconnaissance drones and demining systems
SBU detains ex-lawmaker of pro-Russian party while attempting to flee Ukraine
The 60-year-old is suspected of financially contributing to Russian aggression through taxes paid by his company to Russian authorities after re-registering under Russian jurisdiction