Ukraine has accused Russia of a drone attack on the Chernobyl nuclear plant, damaging the protective shelter over the destroyed reactor. The incident raises concerns about nuclear safety amidst ongoing conflict.
Marc Fogel, an American teacher detained in Russia since 2021 for carrying medically prescribed cannabis, has been released and returned to the U.S. following a diplomatic agreement brokered by the Trump administration. His case, which drew international attention, highlights ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Russia.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has confirmed the launch of a new medium-range ballistic missile named 'Oreshnik' at the Ukrainian city of Dnipro. This escalation follows Ukraine's use of American and British missiles targeting Russian territory. While Ukraine initially claimed an ICBM was used, the US clarified it was an experimental intermediate-range missile. Both nations accuse each other of provoking heightened tensions, with international focus on the implications of Russia's military advancements.
In a significant escalation of the ongoing conflict with Russia, Ukraine has deployed UK-made Storm Shadow missiles to strike targets in Russian territory for the first time. This move follows the recent US approval for Ukraine to use ATACMS missiles and signifies a shift in the dynamics of international military support and strategic response. Reports confirm the use of these long-range missiles against the Kursk region amid rising tensions and the mobilisation of additional military forces.