Overview

• Russia has claimed the capture of the village of Novenké in Ukraine's Sumy region, marking its first advance there since 2022, alongside gains in the Kursk region.
• Ukrainian officials have denied significant Russian progress, asserting that their forces continue to repel cross-border attacks.
• The suspension of U.S. military aid, intelligence sharing, and satellite imagery has left Ukraine in a diplomatically vulnerable position, with European allies stepping in to provide limited support.
• Ukraine and U.S. delegations are set to meet in Saudi Arabia to discuss a potential framework for peace talks and a ceasefire, though Ukraine fears being pressured into concessions.
• Russian drone strikes overnight targeted multiple Ukrainian regions, including Kyiv, with 71 of 119 drones intercepted, while other attacks caused casualties and damage in Donetsk.