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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

  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 

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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

  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 

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

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

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

Ukraine said it intercepted over 33,000 Russian drones in March, while also launching long-range strikes on Russian oil infrastructure. The war has intensified with reciprocal drone attacks, expanding Ukrainian strike range and escalating civilian and energy infrastructure damage

In the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone, wildlife thrives decades after the Chernobyl disaster. Rare Przewalski's horse and other species have rebounded, though radiation and war-related disturbances continue to pose ecological risks

Russian drone strikes across Ukraine killed five people and injured 30, hitting cities including Nikopol and Sumy. The attacks came as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy travelled to Istanbul, while both Russia and Ukraine reported drone interceptions overnight.

Russia launched missiles and drone strikes on Kyiv and Odesa regions, killing one person and rescuing eight others, including a child. Attacks damaged buildings, caused fires, and targeted energy infrastructure, worsening civilian hardship amid winter in Ukraine