Ukraine launches massive drone blitz on Moscow as Russia kills 10 in Kharkiv

Ukraine fired nearly 800 drones at Russia in one of its biggest attacks of the war, with over 600 targeting the Moscow region, while Russian missiles killed at least 10 people in a Kharkiv village. The escalation comes as US envoys reportedly prepare to visit Kyiv and Moscow to revive stalled peace talks, and as Russia's foreign minister warned that Moscow views UK missile involvement as direct participation in the conflict. Separately, the Trump administration sanctioned the ICC president and a senior trial lawyer, escalating its campaign against the court.

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Ukraine fires nearly 800 drones at Russia in massive Moscow blitz Ukrainian forces staged one of their biggest drone attacks since the invasion began, with more than 600 drones targeting the Moscow region and 180 shot down, officials said. The salvo came just two days after a similar attack, as Kyiv aims to make Russians feel the war's consequences. 1 2

Russian missile strike kills 10 in Kharkiv village as drone war escalates A Russian missile attack on Pechenihy in Ukraine's northeastern Kharkiv region killed at least 10 people and wounded eight, demolishing homes. The strike came as Russia also launched 76 jet-powered Shahed-type drones at Ukraine, with Kyiv facing at least nine air raid alerts in a single day. 1 2

Lavrov warns UK missile involvement makes Britain party to Ukraine conflict Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said Moscow is entitled to view British missile forces' involvement in strikes on Russia as direct participation in the war, with all ensuing consequences. He added he feels sorry for the UK if it stays with Ukraine until the very end. 3

US envoys may visit Kyiv and Moscow to revive stalled peace talks Media reports suggest US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner may visit Kyiv and Moscow within days for talks on the conflict, according to Russian state media. Negotiations have been on hold as Washington's focus shifted to the Middle East and Iran, with three US-mediated rounds held earlier this year yielding no breakthrough. 4

US sanctions ICC president and senior trial lawyer in court 'dismantle' push Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced sanctions on ICC President Tomoko Akane of Japan and Senior Trial Lawyer Abdoulaye Seye of Senegal, accusing the court of being 'corrupt and fatally politicized.' The move escalates the Trump administration's campaign against the ICC, which has sanctioned more than a dozen officials, with Japan calling the decision 'very unfortunate.' 5 6 7

Israeli strike kills at least six in Gaza City as truce talks stall An Israeli strike on a crowded cafe in Gaza City's port, now a displacement camp, killed at least six people and injured 14, according to Palestinian officials. The attack comes as Netanyahu continues to reject the US-backed plan, insisting Israel won't withdraw unless Hamas disarms first. 8

Kushner leaves Jerusalem without breakthrough in Gaza talks Trump's envoy Jared Kushner ended two days of talks with Israeli and Hamas leaders with no agreement, as both sides stand firm on key demands over disarmament and withdrawal. Kushner said progress could come in as little as 30 days on removing weapons, but Netanyahu rejected the deal insisting on complete Hamas disarmament first. 9

Trump says no talks planned with Iran amid Hormuz deal anger President Trump asserted the US has no talks or conversations scheduled with Iran, insisting the naval blockade remains in full force while the Strait of Hormuz stays open. The comments mark an about-face from his Monday claim of back-channel talks with the IRGC, as Iran and Oman continue discussions on managing the strait. 10

Russia's Supreme Court upholds Yabloko removal from ballot, detains 80 Russia's Supreme Court upheld its ruling barring the liberal antiwar Yabloko party from State Duma elections, with police detaining more than 80 young supporters outside the courthouse. The party, campaigning under the slogan 'For Peace,' had drawn large crowds of young antiwar Russians to both hearings. 11

Russia fires chief economist over assessment contradicting Putin's war theory State-owned bank VEB fired Chief Economist Andrey Klepach after media reports of his negative economic assessment, which concluded the Russian war economy is stagnating. The dismissal came after a 'call from above,' according to sources, as Klepach's analysis contradicted Putin's theory of victory in Ukraine. 12

Poland-Ukraine relations hit crisis as politicians stoke hostility Relations between Poland and Ukraine have entered a crisis fueled by historical grievances and economic disputes, with 52% of Poles opposing Ukraine's EU accession and 44% favoring suspending military aid. Politicians on both sides are exploiting disagreements for ratings, while Russia gleefully fans the flames, a Polish commentator writes. 13

Russia summons Japanese envoy after Putin's visit to disputed islands Russia summoned Japan's ambassador to protest anti-Russian statements following President Putin's visit to the Kuril Islands, which Japan claims as its Northern Territories. Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Galuzin expressed strong protest over the Japanese statements. 14