Ukraine launches largest drone attack of war as British-made drones hit Russia

Ukraine launched one of its largest aerial attacks of the war, sending hundreds of drones into Russia and killing at least six people, with British-made drones used for the first time and Wildberries warehouses set ablaze. Jared Kushner held rare talks with Hamas and will meet Benjamin Netanyahu as Israel rejects the US Gaza plan, while the US-Iran memorandum of understanding expired with no extension. In elections, Zambia's Hakainde Hichilema leads early results amid opposition claims of an armed raid, and Brazil's Lula and Bolsonaro opened their presidential campaigns.

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Ukraine launches hundreds of drones into Russia, killing at least six Russia said it intercepted 822 drones, with Moscow's mayor calling it one of the most massive attacks in recent memory; strikes on Wildberries logistics hubs caused billions in damage. British-made drones were used for the first time, according to military sources, as Kyiv escalates long-range strikes on Russian military and industrial targets. 1 2 3 4

Kushner meets Hamas leader, heads to Netanyahu for Gaza talks Trump's son-in-law met Hamas chief Khalil al-Hayya in Egypt for more than two hours and is scheduled to meet Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday. Eight Muslim countries condemned Israel's rejection of the US-backed 15-point plan, which calls for Hamas disarmament and Israeli withdrawal. 5 6 7

US-Iran memorandum of understanding expires with no extension in sight Iran said it has not decided to restart negotiations, while President Trump told supporters the US would soon claim the Strait of Hormuz for itself. Mediators from Qatar and Pakistan continue exchanging messages with Tehran, and Iran is working with Oman on shipping routes. 8

France, Germany and UK unite to secure Europe seat at Ukraine talks The three European powers are building a joint front to win European representation at Ukraine peace talks, as Kyiv strikes Russian missile supply chains and Russian attacks hit Ukrainian cultural sites. 4

Putin visits disputed Kuril islands, Japan protests 'absolutely unacceptable' Putin toured a fish-processing complex, hospital and school on Iturup, which Japan calls Etorofu and claims as part of its Northern Territories. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi called the visit 'absolutely unacceptable' and Tokyo summoned Russia's ambassador. 9

Zambia's Hichilema leads early count as opposition alleges armed raid With more than half of constituencies counted, Hichilema had nearly 59 percent, potentially avoiding a runoff, but the opposition NRPUP said armed personnel raided its candidate's home. International monitors have called the campaign unfair, and a polling agent was killed on election day. 10

Lula and Bolsonaro launch presidential campaigns in Brazil Brazil's two dominant political figures formally opened their bids, setting up a high-stakes election clash in Latin America's largest democracy. 11

Deadly crackdown reported on protests in Pakistan-controlled Kashmir Protesters in Rawalakot describe security forces firing indiscriminately on unarmed people, amid an internet blackout and a ban on foreign journalists. The Joint Awami Action Committee is demanding elections be annulled and an interim government imposed. 12

Polish ex-PM accuses Ukrainian officials of allowing grave plunder Jarosław Kaczyński alleged 'black diggers' are looting WWII-era victims' graves in western Ukraine with local officials' complicity, though he provided no evidence. The claim comes amid rising anti-Ukrainian sentiment in Poland and ongoing joint exhumations. 13

Ex-PM Kim wins capital region primary in South Korea's ruling party race Kim Min-seok took 46.66 percent in Seoul and Gyeonggi Province, narrowly beating incumbent leader Jung Chung-rae, moving closer to leading the Democratic Party. 14