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External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said India remains in continuous contact with Russia and Ukraine and is exploring ideas to help end the conflict. In Warsaw, he stressed dialogue, diplomacy and negotiations, while defending India’s Russian oil purchases as separate from resolving the war
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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says air interceptors have become the world’s top defence requirement amid rising missile and drone threats. He stressed that US stockpiles must remain sufficient before supplying allies, while warning licensed production cannot quickly ease shortages
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An Indian national was among 12 people killed in Russian strikes across Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said. The Indian Embassy is coordinating with the victim's family, company and Ukrainian authorities to repatriate the mortal remains, while dozens were injured
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At least 27 people were killed after a Russian attack hit Ukraine's Bucha district near Kyiv, officials said. The attack damaged at least 50 residential buildings and sparked a large fire, while air raids continued to disrupt civilian life.
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Two children were killed and seven injured in a Ukrainian drone attack on Krasnodar, Russia, according to the regional governor. The strike damaged residential and commercial facilities, while Russian air defences reported intercepting 269 Ukrainian drones across multiple regions
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France will accelerate missile and equipment deliveries to Ukraine and support missile production, President Volodymyr Zelensky said. Emmanuel Macron pledged stronger air defence assistance, including interceptor missiles, following Russian drone strikes on Kryvyi Rih that killed 16 people and injured 130
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Ukraine has intensified long-range drone strikes deep inside Russia, targeting military, industrial and logistics sites. The attacks have caused fires, disrupted airports and fuel supplies, and increased pressure on Moscow. Ukrainian commanders hope the campaign will weaken Russia’s economy and push it toward peace negotiations
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Ukraine has secured an agreement with the United States for monthly deliveries of Patriot air defence interceptor missiles, President Volodymyr Zelensky said. However, he warned supplies remain inadequate, with 2026 deliveries expected to fall below 2025 levels amid continuing regional conflicts
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Russian missile and drone strikes on Kyiv and surrounding areas killed at least 15 people and injured 42 overnight. The attacks damaged warehouses, logistics facilities and infrastructure, highlighting escalating bombardments as Ukraine faces dwindling Patriot missile interceptors amid the prolonged war
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US President Donald Trump said his administration is rapidly rebuilding America's weapons stockpiles after military assistance to Ukraine. He maintained that the US remains militarily prepared, defended Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth and highlighted efforts to expand the country's defence manufacturing capacity.
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Iran has condemned Ukraine's reported attack on an Iranian commercial vessel in the Caspian Sea, vowing retaliation. Tehran accused Kyiv of violating international law, summoned Ukraine's diplomat, and pledged legal action after the incident reportedly killed one sailor and injured three
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Four Indian seafarers were among 10 people killed after a merchant vessel was attacked off Ukraine's coast. India condemned the strike, called attacks on commercial shipping deplorable and said its mission in Ukraine was assisting the affected crew members.
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A Russian overnight ballistic missile attack on Kyiv killed one person and injured eight, causing fires and damage across five districts. The assault came as Ukraine faces shortages of Patriot air defence missiles amid escalating Russian strikes on the capital
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France's Bastille Day celebrations feature European troops and leaders in a show of unity, support for Ukraine and military strength. President Emmanuel Macron hosts the event as heatwaves and forest fires disrupt traditional festivities, prompting cancellations of fireworks and firefighters' balls
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Ukraine mourned Republican Senator Lindsey Graham's death, calling him a vital link to President Donald Trump and a steadfast supporter against Russia. Ukrainian leaders fear his loss could weaken Kyiv's influence in Washington and stall efforts to strengthen sanctions on Moscow
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Russia launched overnight waves of missiles and drones on Kyiv, killing at least three people and damaging residential buildings. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged Western allies to provide more Patriot air defence missiles, warning that inadequate support encourages Russia to intensify its four-year war
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Ukraine’s drone campaign has triggered Crimea’s worst fuel crisis since Russia’s 2014 annexation, disrupting supply routes, causing fuel rationing and long queues. The attacks expose vulnerabilities in Russian logistics, threaten tourism, and underscore Kyiv’s ability to inflict strategic pressure
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Ukraine struck key Russian and Crimea-based oil facilities, intensifying efforts to raise Russia’s economic costs. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed Roman Abramovich relayed messages from Vladimir Putin, while drone attacks and proposed EU sanctions escalated tensions
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External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar attended the EU Foreign Ministers’ informal Gymnich meeting in Cyprus, discussing emerging multipolar order and cooperation. He also held bilateral talks with counterparts from Spain, Ukraine, Saudi Arabia, and the EU on trade, security, and regional developments
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Russia said it intercepted 347 Ukrainian drones overnight ahead of Victory Day celebrations, amid escalating tensions and failed ceasefire efforts. Volodymyr Zelenskyy accused Moscow of continuing attacks, while Russia tightened security measures in Moscow
