Zelensky Backs Trump Proposal To Halt All Strikes On Energy Facilities

"Fresh off a Wednesday morning phone call with President Trump, Zelensky has said that he backs the US proposal to halt all strikes on energy facilities in the context of the Ukraine war, according to Bloomberg. Still, he has at the same time vowed to 'win this war'.

Just hours prior, overnight, Ukrainian drones had targeted a Russian oil facility in Krasnodar Region, resulting in damage and a large fire at a oil tank. The one-hour phone call was described as "very good" by Trump on Truth Social.
"Much of the discussion was based on the call made yesterday with President Putin in order to align both Russia and Ukraine in terms of their requests and needs," the president wrote.
"We are very much on track, and I will ask Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and National Security Advisor Michael Waltz, to give an accurate description of the points discussed." ZH

White House Says 'Peace To Begin' As Putin Agrees To Halt Attacks On Ukraine's Energy Facilities For 30 Days

"The call readouts from both sides are out, outlining the some 90-minute 'positive' conversation between Presidents Trump and Putin. The huge 'win' for Trump diplomacy is getting his Russian counterpart's agreement to halt all aerial strikes on Ukraine's badly

damaged energy infrastructure. This is a first of the war. It marks a huge victory for the White House, albeit much will be determined on Ukraine's willingness to cooperate. After all, Zelensky has been cut out of this deal-making and is in the meantime being urged on to escalate action from some quarters of Europe, particularly the UK, France, and the Baltic states. "Both leaders agreed this conflict needs to end with a lasting peace," the White House readout says. It pledges that Washington and Moscow will improve the bilateral relationship with an eye towards achieving "enormous economic deals and geopolitical stability when peace has been achieved." ZeroHedge

Russian army destroys oil refinery in Kharkiv region with drones

"A man is seen on the premises of an oil refinery destroyed by a Russian drone attack, Kharkiv region." Ukrin

Zelensky arrives in Finland

"Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, accompanied by First Lady Olena Zelenska, has arrived in Finland for an official visit." ZeroHedge

ECB Prepping The Ground For Digital Euro Launch

"The European Central Bank (ECB) is laying the groundwork for the probable launch of its

wholesale and retail central bank digital currency (CBDC), the Digital Euro. Christine Lagarde, President of the ECB, shared this update at their latest press conference. 

President Lagarde stressed that the digital euro is ‘more relevant than ever,'” the ECB tweeted.
Lagarde emphasized that the Digital Euro, the EU’s CBDC solution, is set to launch in October 2025—provided it passes the legislative phase involving key stakeholders, including the European Commission, Parliament, and Council. Notably absent from this process is the European public, despite the significant impact this initiative will have on their daily lives." ZH

Permanent War Back On, Netanyahu Declares Hostage Talks Continue "Only Under Fire"

"Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made it very clear Tuesday in his first remarks

since a major Israeli assault was unleashed on the Gaza Strip within 24 hours prior that the country has returned to full-on war against Hamas in Gaza.
He insisted in a televised address from Tel Aviv that Israel "will continue to fight" until all of its war goals are achieved, which includes the return of all remaining captives and the final destruction of Hamas. He further stressed that under his leadership Gaza will never again constitute a threat to Israel.
He declared that any negotiations on restoring the ceasefire will continue "only under fire." ZeroHedge

Key elements of Ukraine peace deal set, Trump says

"President Donald Trump believes that “many” components of a peace agreement for the Russia-Ukraine war have already been settled. 

Trump reiterated his concern over the human cost, asserting that “thousands of young soldiers, and others” are dying." NV

Houthis hit back at US bombings on Yemen with attack on aircraft carrier

"Houthi rebels claimed to have twice attacked an American aircraft carrier group within 24 hours, calling it retaliation for deadly U.S. strikes that killed dozens of civilians. The Houthis initially said they launched 18 missiles and a drone at the "aircraft carrier USS Harry Truman and its accompanying warships" in the Red Sea, before hours later claiming to have fired a second round." msn

German media told to conceal Nazi symbols in Ukraine

"The German government has ordered national media outlets not to show Nazi symbols in

Ukraine, according to the Russian Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR). Journalists have been warned that they may face legal repercussions for broadcasting any such imagery, the agency reported on Monday.
The guidelines advise reporters to “politely” ask Ukrainian soldiers displaying the swastika or other Nazi-associated symbols to remove the “agitation elements” and avoid “unwelcome actions,” such as performing the Nazi salute, according to the SVR." RT

Israel resumes airstrikes in Gaza

"Israel has resumed airstrikes in Gaza following the collapse of talks with Hamas over the

release of the remaining hostages and the implementation of the ceasefire.
In a statement in the early hours of Tuesday, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said they were “conducting extensive strikes on terror targets belonging to the Hamas terrorist organization in the Gaza Strip.” RT

155 combat clashes over past day

"155 combat engagements between the Ukrainian Defense Forces and Russian invaders were recorded.
Russian forces carried out airstrikes in the areas of the following settlements: Lyptsi, Martynivka, Pishchane, Shabelne, Doroshivka, Mala Shapkivka in Kharkiv region; Pokrovsk, Novopavlivka, Leontovychi, Zvirove, Novoserhiivka, Horikhove, Nadiivka, Oleksiivka, Odradne, Rozlyv, Shevchenko, Novopil in Donetsk region.
In the Kharkiv sector of the front, the enemy unsuccessfully tried to advance near Vovchansk area.

In the Kupiansk sector, there were nine Russian attacks. The Ukrainian Defense Forces repelled assault actions aimed at the settlements of Petropavlivka, Zahryzove, Kamianka, Zapadne, Kruhliakivka, and Bohuslavka.
In the Lyman sector, the enemy attacked 10 times, attempting to advance in the areas of Balka Zhuravka, Yampolivka, Novomykhailivka, Nove, Olhivka, Zarichne, and Zelena Dolyna.
In the Siversk sector, Ukrainian forces repelled three attacks near Bilohorivka and towards Verkhniokamianske.
In the Kramatorsk sector, Russian forces conducted seven attacks in near Chasiv Yar, Orikhovo-Vasylivka, Stupochky, Predtechyne, and Kurdiumivka.
In the Toretsk sector, the enemy carried out 25 attacks on Ukrainian positions near Toretsk, Dachne, Druzhba, Ozarianivka, Dyliivka, and Leonidivka.
In the Pokrovsk sector, Ukrainian defenders halted 44 Russian assault actions near Vodiane Druhe, Svyrydonivka, Promin, Novopavlivka, Kotlyne, Udachne, Novooleksandrivka, Bohdanivka, Lysivka, and Andriivka.
In the Novopavlivka sector, the Ukrainian defenders repelled 14 attacks in the areas of Oleksiivka, Pryvilne, and Kostiantynopil, as well as towards Vesele and Rozlyv.
In the Huliaipole sector, the Ukrainian Defense Forces halted 10 Russian attacks in near Novosilka and Novopil.
In the Orikhiv sector, the Ukrainian defenders repelled two attacks in the areas of Stepove and Lobkove.
In the Prydniprovske sector, Ukrainian forces successfully stopped one enemy attack.
In Russia’s Kursk region, Ukrainian troops repelled 18 Russian attacks. The invaders also conducted 30 airstrikes, using 42 glide bombs, and carried out 301 artillery shellings, nine of which were from MRLS.
In the Volyn and Polissia sectors, there are no signs of the formation of enemy offensive groups." Ukrin

Germany Pledges Hundreds Of Millions To Syrian Regime Despite Sectarian Massacres

"Sectarian mass killings in Syria have been going on for over a week at this point. Armed men affiliated with self-declared President Ahmed al-Sharaa's security forces (Jolani's HTS/AQ-linked militants) have killed thousands of Alawites and in some cases Christians.

Reports from last week also said Jolani's radical Sunni gangs are burning fields and forests in order to smoke out Alawite families in hiding, literally hunting down the Alawite minorities. Thousands are still taking shelter at a Russian airbase on the coast, afraid to return to their homes.
Apparently this genocide doesn't matter to Germany's leaders, who on Monday declared they are pledging an additional €300 million ($326 million) in aid, much of which will go to the government - though not all." ZeroHedge

Russian drone attacks hospital grounds in Kherson

"Russian drone attacked the grounds of a city hospital in Kherson, damaging a service vehicle. Earlier, Ukrinform reported that Russian drones struck a residential building in Kherson, causing a fire on several floors." Ukrin

NATO countries should restore ties with Russia

"Europe and the United States should gradually normalize relations with Russia once the Ukraine conflict is over, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has said.
The statement comes a day after the head of the US-led military bloc met President Donald Trump at the White House and amid ongoing efforts by Washington to establish a ceasefire between Moscow and Kiev." RT

99 combat clashes

"Ukrainian Defense Forces engaged in 99 combat clashes with Russian invaders.
In the Kharkiv sector, four Russian assaults occurred near Vovchansk, Kamianka, and Kutkivka; one clash is still ongoing.
In the Kupiansk sector, eight out of nine enemy attacks were repelled near Petropavlivka, Bohuslavka, Lozova, Zahryzove, and toward Kupiansk.

In the Lyman sector, Russian forces conducted nine attacks near Novoyehorivka, Zelena Dolyna, Novomykhailivka, and Nove; three clashes are currently underway.
In the Siversk sector, the Ukrainian defenders repelled three Russian assaults near Bilohorivka and Ivano-Darivka.
In the Kramatorsk sector, the Russians attacked the Ukrainian positions near Chasiv Yar and Predtechyne; two assaults have been repelled while one battle is ongoing.
In the Pokrovsk sector, since the beginning of the day, the invaders have attempted 15 assaults on the positions of Ukrainian units. The enemy attacked in the areas of Sukha Balka, Zvirove, Yelyzavetivka, Promin, Kotlyne, Novooleksandrivka, Uspenivka, Yasenove, and Andriivka. Othe Ukrainian defenders have repelled 14 assault actions, while one battle is still ongoing. The town of Pokrovsk suffered an airstrike with guided aerial bombs.
In the Novopavlivka sector, the enemy attempted to break through the Ukrainian defense nine times near Kostiantynivka, Skudne, and Shevchenko. One clash is still ongoing. The enemy dropped glide bombs on Novopavlivka.
In the Huliaipole sector, the enemy attacked in the areas of Pryvilne, Vilne Pole, and towards Novopil. The Ukrainian Defense Forces repelled six attacks by the invaders. The enemy also fired unguided air-to-surface missiles at Novopil, Novodarivka, and Huliaipole, and dropped glide bombs on Shevchenko.
In the Orikhiv sector, the Russians attacked the Ukrainian defenders' positions six times towards the settlements of Stepove, Mali Shcherbaky, and Zherebyanky. Fighting continues in three locations. Komyshuvakha was subjected to an airstrike.
In the Prydniprovske sector, the enemy did not conduct any offensive actions but launched airstrikes at Olhivka, Tokarivka, and Mykolaivka.
In Russia’s Kursk region, since the beginning of the day, Ukrainian forces have repelled 13 enemy assault attempts." Ukrin