Ukraine-Russia War

Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov called the reports of a Russian attack on NATO "scare-story material" and claimed that it had "nothing to do with the intentions of the Russian Federation."

The British government ⁠said the partnership would initially focus on defense and national security projects

The leaders of Britain and France pledged to provide Ukraine with stronger military support, including access to classified technology and faster deliveries of air defense missiles.

"Ukraine's security is our security," UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham said in a statement, adding that Britain would stand by Ukraine "for as long as it takes."

"Attacks like these are nothing less than terrorist acts," Zelensky said on Telegram, urging the world to hold Russia to account.

For Ukrainians, independence is no longer a historical concept or a date on the calendar. It is something our people defend every day – in the trenches, in our cities, in hospitals and schools...

Yevgen Korniychuk thanked Israel for its support for Ukraine in its struggle for “independence and peace and prosperity,” citing polls showing that over 85% of Israelis support Ukraine in its war.

Russian authorities have banned exports of gasoline and diesel, eased fuel quality requirements and began importing petroleum products.

North Korea sent an estimated 14,000 soldiers to Russia's Kursk Region in 2024, under a comprehensive strategic partnership treaty agreed during Russian President Vladimir Putin's June 2024 visit to

Putin said the economy was growing modestly despite external pressure, a reference to Western sanctions, and despite Ukrainian attacks on industrial and infrastructure facilities.