Ukraine Unveils Laser Weapon as War Intensifies with Russia

Kyiv introduces advanced drone-targeting technology while facing challenges in reclaiming occupied territories and escalating cross-border operations.

• Ukraine has revealed a new laser weapon capable of downing drones from over two kilometers away, aiming to bolster its defenses against Russian aerial attacks.
• President Zelensky acknowledged that Ukrainian forces currently lack the strength to retake Russian-occupied territories, emphasizing the need for diplomatic pressure from international allies.
• A high-profile assassination of Russian General Igor Kirillov in Moscow, reportedly linked to Ukrainian intelligence, highlights Kyiv's increasing reach within Russian borders.
• The UK has pledged an additional £225 million in military aid to Ukraine, including funding for air defense, counter-drone systems, and naval equipment, as the conflict continues.
• Reports indicate that North Korea has supplied ballistic missiles to Russia for use in Ukraine, while at least 100 North Korean troops have been killed in combat in the region.

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