Summary
Ukraine’s drone warfare is changing the game, hitting Russian fuel supplies and supply routes deep behind enemy lines. Meanwhile, Poland’s vow to veto any peace deal without its say is throwing another wrench into already stalled negotiations. Both sides are digging in, with no end in sight.
Key Stories
Ukraine’s drones strike deep into Russia, disrupting fuel and supplies — Ukraine’s expanded drone attacks are targeting Russian oil refineries and transport routes over 2,000 km from the front lines, choking off fuel supplies and forcing Russia to scramble its defenses. The strategy marks a major shift in how the war’s being fought, with long-range strikes reshaping battlefield dynamics.
Poland throws a veto into Russia-Ukraine peace talks — Poland’s government says it won’t accept any peace deal between Russia and Ukraine unless Warsaw gets a seat at the table. The move comes after a diplomatic spat with Ukraine over historical disputes, including Poland revoking Zelenskyy’s highest state honor.
Russia hits Ukraine’s logistics network, targeting civilian delivery giant — Russian forces have struck over five Nova Poshta logistics hubs in two days, claiming the company’s being used to move weapons. The attacks highlight how civilian infrastructure is increasingly caught in the crossfire, with both sides blurring the line between military and everyday targets.
Kremlin rejects compromise, demands Ukraine’s full surrender — Russia’s foreign minister dismissed Ukraine’s peace proposals outright, insisting Moscow won’t settle for anything less than Ukraine’s total capitulation. The hardline stance dashes hopes for near-term negotiations as the war grinds on.
Zelenskyy warns of major Russian strikes, tensions with Belarus rise — Ukrainian President Zelenskyy urged civilians to stay alert amid fears of large-scale Russian attacks. He also accused Russia of trying to drag Belarus into the conflict, warning it could have dangerous consequences for the region.