At least three Ukrainian soldiers were killed and 18 injured in a missile strike on a military training facility, the Ukrainian army confirmed on Wednesday. The army stated on social media that the attack occurred on Tuesday, though the exact location was not disclosed.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy described a separate Russian strike on a prison, which killed 16 people and wounded dozens, as intentional. In a video address, he said Russian forces were aware the site was civilian. "Every such attack, every act of defiance in response to international appeals to end the war, underscores why continued pressure is essential," he added.
Hours after the attacks, U.S. President Donald Trump warned that Russia must halt its military actions in Ukraine within 10 days or face additional sanctions. Speaking to reporters after visiting Scotland, Trump noted he had received no communication from Russian President Vladimir Putin, calling the situation "a shame."
The Kremlin stated it had acknowledged Trump's remarks but insisted its "special military operation" in Ukraine would continue. Dmitry Peskov, a Kremlin spokesperson, reiterated the government's stance. Meanwhile, Dmitry Medvedev, deputy head of Russia’s Security Council, cautioned Trump, saying new ultimatums only escalate tensions, potentially leading to broader conflict.
Separately, a Russian court sentenced journalist Olga Komleva, who once volunteered for Alexei Navalny’s organization, to 12 years in prison. The charges related to past cooperation with Navalny’s banned group and criticism of Russia’s military actions in Ukraine. Independent reports confirmed Komleva denied the allegations.
In Ukraine, President Zelenskyy approved legislation permitting citizens over 60 to enlist in non-combat military roles for one-year contracts if medically fit. The move aims to address recruitment challenges.
Additionally, the European Union announced it would reduce its latest aid installment to Ukraine due to unmet reform requirements. An EU spokesperson confirmed Kyiv would receive €3 billion, less than the initially planned €4.5 billion, referencing delays in reforms acknowledged by Ukraine in June.
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