Ukraine is edging closer to becoming a member of NATO, according to the secretary-general. Russia has launched massive naval drills involving thousands of navy personnel after being forced to withdraw resources from the Black Sea and Sea of Azov due to Ukrainian strikes. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky paid tribute to special forces engaged in fighting with Russia. Germany condemned Vladimir Putin for warning of a missile crisis, saying it will not be intimidated. Italy seized assets from a Russian businessman under investigation in Ukraine. A fire at an oil depot in Russia’s Kursk region, caused by a Ukrainian drone attack, has been put out. Australia’s foreign minister criticized the recent defense deal between North Korea and Russia. Poland and Hungary engaged in a diplomatic spat over Russia’s war with Ukraine. The US announced a new security assistance package for Ukraine valued at up to $200 million. Only six Ukrainian pilots are trained to fly F-16 fighter jets set to be delivered to Kyiv. Italy’s prime minister expressed concern over China’s support of Russia’s war efforts during a visit to Beijing. Ukraine remains at the center of international attention as tensions continue to escalate.
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