Ukrainian forces launched a large-scale overnight drone strike on Russia’s Leningrad Oblast, causing explosions and a fire at the Ust-Luga port and hitting energy infrastructure, according to Russian authorities.
The Middle East conflict continues to escalate petrol and diesel prices across Europe, prompting various national responses and policy debates, including discussions in Germany about tax cuts versus price caps, while Italy reports stable overall prices but a shift in industrial price and tax distribution.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky claims at least 40 people have been killed and over 30 injured in recent Russian attacks across the country, while Russia states it shot down nearly 400 Ukrainian drones overnight.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has reaffirmed his country's 'unwavering' support for Russia, praising his counterpart in a letter and reiterating Pyongyang's commitment to a defense agreement made after the 2022 invasion of Ukraine, also expressing gratitude to Putin.
The Lasar's Group, a Ukrainian special forces unit, reported a special operation in Russia's Belgorod Oblast in early March, where Ukrainian drones successfully struck six Russian tanks and two heavy-duty vehicles.
Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó made contradictory statements, dismissing "fake news" on Tuesday after previously stating diplomacy's essence was consulting key partners like Russia, a point Donald Tusk highlighted as an admission of informing Russia on EU matters.
The Lasar's Group, a Ukrainian special forces unit, reported a special operation in Russia's Belgorod Oblast in early March, where drones struck six Russian tanks and two heavy-duty vehicles.