For the seventh day, Ukraine continues to strike Russian oil ports, prompting Russia to shift radar stations from the Finnish border to protect strategic facilities. Ukrainian drone strikes are forcing Russia to reallocate resources and change its tactics.
Israel, Iran, and Western countries express varying positions on Ukraine's actions. Iran accused Ukraine of active hostilities and demands adherence to international law, while Ukraine points out that Iran supplies drones to Russia and reserves the right to respond.
A leak revealing Hungarian Foreign Minister Szijjártó's conversations with the Russian side was made public, discussing sanction circumvention and cooperation in favor of Russia. Szijjártó denies any wrongdoing, but the leak suggests Hungary's friendly policy toward Russia and possible assistance in sanction removals for Kremlin-linked individuals.
President Zelensky responded to Donald Trump’s proposal to end the war only if Ukraine withdraws from Donbas. Kyiv rejects such a demand, considering it dangerous for both Ukraine and global security.
Domestically, Ukraine’s National Anti-Corruption Bureau seeks the extradition of Oleh Mindich from Israel. The General Prosecutor's Office is reviewing the documents, aiming to hold individuals involved in corruption accountable.
