Ukraine is witnessing major searches at the homes of top officials Mindich and Halushchenko, sparking public debate amid anti-corruption efforts. Mindich reportedly left the country after being warned, while Halushchenko's aide was found with a bag of cash. The corruption scandal is linked to Russian agents’ influence in Ukraine's energy sector and the operations of Enerhoatom.
President Zelensky confirmed the threat of a Russian attack against NATO countries and stated that Putin faces a dire situation; however, critics view this as political messaging. Commander Zaluzhny, in an article for The New York Post, thoroughly analyzed Russia's negotiation strategy and emphasized the need to pressure Russia on the battlefield for diplomatic results.
A study showed that 80% of Kyiv schoolchildren and 40% of teachers speak Russian during breaks. The capital has been classified by the press as a highly Russified region, fueling debate over language policy. The author stresses the need to strengthen the status of the Ukrainian language to counter Russian narratives and influence.
Norway announced readiness to provide Ukraine with guarantees of 100 billion, potentially encouraging Belgium to join international support efforts. President Zelensky and experts hailed the move as crucial for Ukraine’s defense and economic stability.
Ukrainian sea drones targeted enemy logistics at Tuapse port, while French fishermen donated hundreds of kilometers of nets to protect Ukrainian soldiers at the front. The author urges readers to support Ukrainian media and join fundraising efforts for the army, highlighting the importance of societal solidarity.
