The war in Ukraine enters its 932nd day with ongoing fighting and political developments. Russian forces shelled border areas of Ukraine, resulting in two deaths and nine injuries. President Zelenskyy claimed success in slowing Moscow’s advance on the Kursk front, while Russia’s Ministry of Defence stated they had retaken 10 villages occupied by Ukraine. Ukraine reported Russia had launched over 8,000 drones, causing casualties and destruction since the invasion began. The US approved the sale of F-35 fighter jets to Romania, a strategic ally at the gateway to Ukraine. Ukraine secured the release of 49 captives from Russia in a prisoner exchange.
In politics and diplomacy, Kim Jong Un pledged to deepen ties with Russia, and US President Biden and UK Prime Minister Starmer expressed concern about weapons flowing from Iran and North Korea to Russia. Zelenskyy plans to meet with Biden to present his “victory plan” to end the war. The US announced new sanctions targeting entities involved in Russian destabilization efforts, including the broadcaster RT. Ukrainian Canadians protested screenings of the documentary “Russians At War” at the Toronto International Film Festival, which has been criticized as propaganda. Officials have debated the efficacy of allowing Ukraine to use long-range missiles against Russia. The situation in Ukraine remains tense as the conflict continues.
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