A Russian aerial strike on Kyiv wounded at least five people and damaged a residential building, according to Tymur Tkachenko, head of the Ukrainian capital’s military administration, who reported the incident on Monday via Telegram.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and U.S. President Donald Trump are set to discuss the conflict in Ukraine during their meeting in Scotland on Monday. A statement from the British government indicated that the talks would address increasing pressure on Russian President Vladimir Putin to halt the invasion. Despite differing political backgrounds, the two leaders have established a working relationship internationally, with Trump commending Starmer’s performance ahead of their discussions, which will also touch on Middle East affairs and trade. This follows Trump’s announcement of a trade agreement between the U.S. and the European Union after talks with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in Scotland on Sunday.
Von der Leyen urged Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to maintain the independence of anti-corruption institutions, with Zelenskyy indicating that legislation addressing this issue could be finalized soon. “Ukraine has made significant progress toward European integration,” von der Leyen stated after their discussion. “It must reinforce these efforts by safeguarding independent anti-corruption bodies, which are essential to the country’s legal framework.” Following public criticism, Zelenskyy submitted a revised bill on Thursday to restore the autonomy of Ukraine’s anti-corruption agencies, reversing an earlier proposal that sought to reduce their independence. “I appreciate the European Commission’s support,” Zelenskyy said after their conversation. “We agree that the bill should be approved swiftly, as early as next week.” Von der Leyen reaffirmed continued backing for Ukraine’s aspirations toward EU membership.
Russia reduced the scale of its Navy Day celebrations on Sunday, citing security concerns amid ongoing Ukrainian drone attacks. Authorities called off traditional warship parades in St. Petersburg, Kaliningrad, and Vladivostok—typically held to commemorate the occasion. When questioned about the cancellations, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov referenced security considerations as the primary reason.
The Russian defense ministry reported intercepting 99 Ukrainian drones overnight across multiple regions, with later claims of an additional 51 drones downed near St. Petersburg. Local officials confirmed one fatality and three injuries from falling debris in the area. During his visit to St. Petersburg, Putin pledged to expand naval capabilities and enhance training, asserting that strengthening the fleet’s strike power remains a priority.
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