In Kyiv, it has been reported that Russia is increasing its aggression, particularly in the eastern and south-eastern regions of Ukraine. Colonel General Syrskyi, the Chief of Army Staff of Ukraine, recently disclosed this information, stating that Putin's forces are making significant efforts to capture Tonenke, Arlivka, Semenivka, and Berdiki in the Donetsk region. The focus is currently on occupying the towns of Verbov and Robotin in the Zaporizhia region, which were previously captured by Russia.

A noteworthy development is Russian President Putin's warning to the West, indicating that further intervention in the Ukrainian war could lead to a nuclear crisis. Putin emphasized his determination to achieve Russia's goals in the conflict and delivered a key speech on Thursday, coinciding with the upcoming presidential elections in Russia. During the speech, he reminded the West that Russia's nuclear capabilities could potentially reach the territories of Western countries.