Ukraine hits another oil depot in southwestern Russia near occupied Crimea (video)
Last night, a drone attack on an oil depot in Yurovka in southwestern Russia's Krasnodar Krai resulted in fires.
Romania open to discussions on sending Patriot system to Ukraine
Romanian President Iohannis is open to providing Ukraine with a Patriot air defense system, pending a review by Romania’s Supreme Defense Council to ensure it doesn't compromise national air defenses.
Lithuania ready to deploy training troops in Ukraine, no Kyiv request yet, PM says
Lithuania PM says she has parliamentary permission to deploy training troops to Ukraine, but is awaiting Kyiv's request, while ignoring possible Russian threats.
Ukraine: Some 50% of Russian-launched North Korean missiles went off-course and blew up mid-air
Ukrainian state prosecutors analyzed debris from 21 out of roughly 50 North Korean ballistic missiles launched by Russia at Ukraine, uncovering a 50% failure rate with many detonating mid-air.
UK intel: Around 9,000 Chechen troops deployed by Russia in Ukraine
Around 9,000 pro-Russian Chechen troops are deployed in Ukraine, initially suffering heavy losses but now conducting frontline and rear operations, per UK intelligence.
Politico: Non-military option for neutral countries in EU plan on using frozen Russian asset proceeds
Politico citing unnamed diplomats: EU weighing allowing its neutral members to opt for providing only humanitarian Ukraine aid, not arms, from frozen Russian assets.
Media: How France organizes the delivery of Scalp missiles to Ukraine
France recycles decommissioned Scalp missiles by refurbishing them inexpensively for transfer to Ukrainian forces combating Russia's invasion.
ISW: Russia escalates nuclear rhetoric as tactic to deter Western support for Ukraine
Russia strategically intensifies nuclear threats to manipulate Western policy decisions, aiming to discourage military support for Ukraine, ISW says.
Scholz backs using 90% of frozen Russian asset proceeds for Ukraine arms
Chancellor Olaf Scholz supports the EU proposal to use 90% of revenues from frozen Russian assets to fund weapons purchases for Ukraine's defense.
Estonian Parliament designates Moscow Patriarchate as sponsor of Russian aggression
Estonia's Parliament passed a statement condemning the Moscow Patriarchate for justifying Russia's aggression against Ukraine. The statement declares it a sponsor of military efforts, and calls for international action against its hostile influence operations.
Minister: Poland to continue paying for 20,000 Starlink terminals provided to Ukraine
Poland will continue paying for subscriptions of over 20,000 Starlink terminals provided to Ukraine, ensuring communication and internet access, Ukraine's digital minister says.
Media: Satellite images show Russia stopped using Kerch for military logistics in Ukraine
Russian forces no longer using the Crimean bridge earlier targeted by Ukraine to transport military supplies, now relying on overland routes, satellite imagery shows.
Denmark to send Ukraine first F-16s in summer, Netherlands in fall, Dutch defense minister says
During a briefing in Vilnius, Dutch Defense Minister Kajsa Ollongren revealed plans for the Netherlands to send F-16 jets to Ukraine after Denmark's scheduled deliveries this summer, Lithuanian media says.
PM Shmyhal says he still can’t confirm that new US military aid has arrived in Ukraine
Ukraine’s PM Denys Shmyhal reports no confirmation of crucial US military aid arrival, necessary for enhancing defensive operations and countering Russian advances.