Russia is raising alarm about possible provocations at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, accusing Ukraine of plotting explosions. Historically, such Russian intelligence announcements often foreshadow Russia's own actions—similar to the Kakhovka dam incident and other fabricated scenarios blamed on Ukraine.
Russian media are speculating about the isolation of Foreign Minister Lavrov, his apparent fall from Putin's favor due to failed talks with Trump, and his role as a scapegoat. Meanwhile, Trump is engaging with Central Asian leaders to weaken Russian influence in the region. Viktor Orban acts as Moscow's envoy, visiting the US to defend Russian interests, though his sway over Trump appears limited.
Poland has declared the current period as the most dangerous since World War II and is planning significant army expansion. The European Union has allocated €8 billion for military programs, inviting Ukraine to participate in joint developments and trainings. Baltic and European leaders are furthering pro-Ukrainian narratives in EU structures.
Among emerging risks is political turbulence in Georgia, where Russian influence could prompt constitutional changes and a shift away from EU integration. Simultaneously, the US, led by Trump, is seeking to steer Central Asian countries toward the West and decrease their dependency on Russia and China.
The author emphasizes the importance of public support, ongoing donations for the Ukrainian military, and resource mobilization, especially for the embattled Pokrovsk direction. The possibility of additional Russian nuclear provocations looms, with the international community calling for de-escalation. The central message is the need for agility on military, information, and diplomatic fronts as Ukraine navigates profound challenges.
