Overview

• Hans Lucas and international journalist federations confirmed Lallican, 37, was killed Friday morning around 07:20 GMT in the Donbass while on assignment.
• President Emmanuel Macron said he was the victim of a Russian drone attack as he accompanied Ukrainian forces on the front.
• Ukraine’s 4th Armored Brigade reported a targeted strike by a Russian FPV drone, and Reporters Without Borders urged a rapid probe in coordination with French prosecutors.
• Ukrainian journalist Heorgiy (Georguiï) Ivanchenko was wounded in the same incident, with local reports saying he underwent surgery and his condition stabilized.
• Both reporters were wearing protective gear marked “Press,” according to journalist organizations, which highlighted the growing threat of Russian FPV drones to media workers and civilians.