On day 1,143 of Russia’s war on Ukraine, key events unfolded, with the Russian defence ministry claiming to have destroyed 13 Ukrainian drones in a short span of time. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited the site of a deadly Russian attack in his hometown, and accused Russia of involving Chinese nationals in the conflict. Talks between US special envoy Steve Witkoff and Russian President Vladimir Putin yielded no results, and Trump criticized Russia for the ongoing war. Germany’s defence minister admitted that peace in Ukraine seems out of reach, while European countries pledged billions in military aid to Ukraine.
Amidst the conflict, a former Russian government minister was sentenced to prison in England for violating UK sanctions, and Estonia detained an oil tanker believed to be part of Russia’s “shadow fleet.” Concerns arose over a potential reduction in US troops in Eastern Europe, signaling a closer alignment with Moscow. President Putin announced investments for Russia’s navy rearmament, including the development of drone and robot technology.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov criticized EU politicians for their stance against Russia, accusing them of prioritizing punishment over the well-being of their citizens. The situation remains tense as Russia appears to be preparing for a new military offensive, and the possibility of a ceasefire by the end of the month remains uncertain. The conflict continues to draw international attention and concern as the war in Ukraine shows no signs of abating.
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