What's the latest on Ukraine?
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Ukraine faces intensified Russian attacks, with recent missile and drone strikes killing at least four. Internationally, leaders meet in London to boost military aid and sanctions against Russia, while Ukraine seeks more long-range missiles and advanced fighter jets. Russia claims advances near Pokrovsk and Kupyansk, though Ukrainian defenses hold. Drone warfare escalates, with Ukraine targeting Russian energy infrastructure. President Zelensky reiterates no territorial concessions, as diplomatic and military efforts continue on both sides.
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Russian forces reportedly encircle Pokrovsk and Kupyansk, but independent analysts say Ukrainian defenses are holding. Putin praises a test of the Burevestnik nuclear-powered missile. Diplomatic efforts continue amid new sanctions and military ties with North Korea.
At least four people killed and dozens injured after Russian missile and drone strikes hit Ukraine, targeting Kyiv and Dnipropetrovsk. Ukraine's air force reports nine missiles and 62 drones launched. The attacks follow Zelensky's call for expanded sanctions and long-range missiles.
Leaders agree to intensify economic sanctions on Russia and provide Ukraine with more long-range missiles and air defenses. The US withholds some military aid but imposes new sanctions on Russia's oil industry. The EU announces a new sanctions package, but no consensus on using frozen Russian assets for Ukraine.
Ukraine has attacked Russian energy facilities over 60 times since August, causing significant disruption. Russian defenses are improving, prompting Ukraine to adapt tactics and technology. Both sides rapidly advance drone warfare capabilities.
A summit in London gathers European and NATO leaders, including Zelensky, to discuss increasing long-range missile supplies and financial restrictions on Russia. The UK announces accelerated delivery of over 100 air defense missiles to Ukraine.
