Overview

• Volodymyr Zelensky said his second conversation with Donald Trump in 48 hours was very productive, citing a focus on civilian protection, air defense, resilience, long‑range systems, and energy needs.
• The Kremlin cautioned that any U.S. provision of Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine could drive a dangerous escalation, while Washington has not announced a final decision on such deliveries.
• Zelensky also spoke with Emmanuel Macron and requested additional air-defense systems and missiles, calling recent Russian attacks more brazen.
• Russian strikes damaged energy infrastructure in the Donetsk region, where authorities reported a blackout and ongoing repair efforts to restore power.
• A Ukrainian delegation led by Andriy Yermak and Dmytro Svyrydenko is reported to be heading to Washington next week for talks on security cooperation and sanctions.