Ukrainian security services, diplomats, and politicians have received warnings of a potential large-scale Russian shelling against Ukrainian cities. Although no specific locations were given, increased Russian aviation and missile activity has been noted. Citizens are advised to stock up on water, food, warm clothing, prepare documents, charged phones, and power banks. Kyiv and Kyiv region are at particular risk, with the possibility of a blackout lasting 3-5 days.
Officials from Ukraine and the West urge calm, advising adherence to emergency protocols and sheltering in case of danger. Public services are expected to continue operating even if power is cut.
On the international stage, the European Parliament is expected to vote on a 90 billion euro aid package for Ukraine. European states are ramping up defense cooperation with Kyiv amid the risk of further attacks on civilian infrastructure.
In the US, there are ongoing debates about expanding sanctions against Russia. Senator Lindsey Graham announced that Donald Trump has agreed to support the relevant legislation. Trump has criticized the EU for insufficient support for Ukraine and escalated rhetoric regarding Greenland.
France and the EU have criticized Trump’s proposed peace council, noting it is inadvisable under leadership of authoritarian state leaders. As international discussions intensify, Turkish President Erdogan describes the current global situation as the most turbulent since World War II.
In Ukraine’s parliament, there are ongoing changes among deputies, and a Russian soldier accused of executing Ukrainian prisoners in Kursk region has been captured. Citizens are urged to protect themselves, follow instructions, and prepare for possible emergencies.
