A western official has denied Ukrainian claims that Russia fired an ICBM overnight, stating it was a ballistic missile aimed at Dnipro. Russia has not officially acknowledged using an ICBM, with Maria Zakharova inadvertently revealing some details during a phone call. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy attended a commemoration ceremony while the head of Dnipropetrovsk region updated the number of people injured in Kryvyi Rih to 17.
In London, the defense secretary refused to confirm approval for the use of Storm Shadow missiles against Russian targets. Nigel Farage questioned the decision to supply Ukraine with longer-range missiles, expressing doubt about Ukraine’s chances of winning the war. The EU commissioner expressed concern about nearly half a million visas issued to Russian citizens in Europe in 2023. Russian air defense reportedly shot down two British cruise missiles.
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov emphasized Russia’s commitment to avoiding nuclear war, urging the West to refrain from provocative actions. South Korea and Japan’s defense ministers condemned North Korea’s dispatch of troops to Russia. The UK’s support for Ukraine was reiterated as being proportionate and in accordance with international law. Overall, tensions between Russia and Ukraine continue as the conflict escalates.
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