Russian forces launched a deadly attack on Kyiv, killing at least 14 people and causing significant damage to apartments, marking the second major strike in less than a week. The attack occurred just ahead of a crucial NATO summit.

Russian forces launched extensive drone and missile attacks across several Ukrainian oblasts, including Chernihiv and Dnipropetrovsk, resulting in civilian casualties and damage to infrastructure. Reports indicate multiple deaths and injuries as fires broke out in targeted cities.

The Trump administration announced a new rule requiring non-citizens already in the US to return to their home countries to apply for green cards. This policy change is expected to impact many seeking permanent residency, though some exceptions for those providing 'economic benefit' were mentioned.

Russian President Vladimir Putin vowed retaliation after accusing Ukraine of striking a student dormitory in Starobilsk, Luhansk Oblast, a claim Ukraine's General Staff denied, stating the target was an elite Russian military unit. This accusation comes as Putin faces increasing domestic and international scrutiny, including a record 196-day absence from visiting Russian regions.

Russia has conducted extensive missile and drone attacks across Ukraine, resulting in civilian deaths in cities such as Kramatorsk and Dnipro. In response, Ukraine has launched counter-attacks targeting Russian military trains, oil refineries, and air defense assets.