A bombing at an upmarket Italian restaurant in central Moscow killed five and injured 19. Russia's foreign ministry blamed Ukraine, calling it a "terrorist attack." Pro-Kremlin sources suggest the target was Col Gen Alexander Chaiko, commander of Russia's aerospace forces, reportedly celebrating his 55th birthday.
Ukrainian drones struck military, energy, and civilian sites deep in Russia on Sunday, killing at least eight people and damaging infrastructure. Kyiv, through President Zelenskyy, claimed responsibility for targeting an oil refinery and a bomber base, and also hit Wildberries warehouses.
Polish Defense Minister Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz states no indications of imminent Russian military attack on Poland, but highlights escalating sabotage and destabilization efforts by Moscow, amidst heightened Ukraine conflict tensions.
The Russian military has gained near-total control of the Krovnoye-Khoten road, a critical supply route for Ukrainian forces in Khoten, Sumy Region. This follows the complete cutoff of another route via Pisarevka, significantly disrupting Ukrainian logistics.
Russia's Defense Ministry reported that Russian troops liberated seven communities in the Kharkov Region and Donetsk People’s Republic between July 4-10. The ministry also stated that seven precision strikes were carried out on Ukrainian military-industrial sites.
A Russian expert believes that Polish politician Krzysztof Tolwinski's public assistance to Russian servicemen indicates growing fatigue with anti-Russian sentiment in Polish society, challenging the traditional pro-US/NATO stance.
Italy has ordered the expulsion of two Russian military attaches, Ivan Petrovich Gorbachev and Mikhail Vasilyevich Astakhov, for alleged espionage. The move follows the arrest of two former Italian intelligence agents accused of passing secrets to Russia, including details on military aid to Ukraine and sensitive defense systems.
Russian Presidential Spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated that Russia must liberate Kramatorsk and Slavyansk to fully liberate the Donbass region. He mentioned the recent liberation of Konstantinovka as a step towards this goal.
Ukraine's drone forces reported striking eight Russian 'shadow fleet' tankers in the Sea of Azov overnight, disrupting fuel deliveries to Crimea. The strikes aim to hinder Russian military logistics by complicating fuel and ammunition supply lines.
Ukrainian drones targeted a major Russian military training ground in the Leningrad region and an oil refinery in Omsk, deep in Siberia. This escalation follows a deadly ballistic missile strike on Kyiv, highlighting Ukraine's expanding strike capabilities and the ongoing conflict.
The European Union's foreign policy chief, Kaja Kallas, announced plans to sanction Russian military producers following a deadly missile and drone attack on Kyiv. The proposed measures aim to increase costs for Russia, which launched 74 missiles and over 490 drones, killing at least 18 people.
The US Treasury Department removed four Indian companies, including RRG Engineering Technologies and Galaxy Bearings, from its sanctions list, after they were previously accused of supplying advanced technology and equipment to Russia's military-industrial base.
An Indian mother, battling cancer, is seeking her son's return after he was allegedly coerced into the Russian military and captured by Ukrainian forces. A Delhi court has directed the Indian government to secure the release of Sahil Mahmad Husen Majothi, highlighting the growing issue of Indian nationals in the Russia-Ukraine war.
Ukraine's drone attacks on Russian oil refineries escalate, causing fuel shortages and rationing. Putin admits a 'certain deficit' in fuel, vows to protect facilities and increase output.
Nearly 10 Chinese and Russian military aircraft briefly entered and exited South Korea's Air Defense Identification Zone (KADIZ) during joint drills, prompting the deployment of South Korean Air Force jets.
South Korea's military reported that nearly 10 Chinese and Russian military aircraft briefly entered and exited the country's air defense identification zone (KADIZ) above its eastern and southern waters on Saturday. The aircraft, including bombers and fighter jets, did not violate South Korean airspace. This incident is believed to have occurred during joint air drills between China and Russia, marking the latest in a series of similar incursions since 2019.
Nearly 10 Chinese and Russian military aircraft briefly entered South Korea's air defense zone above the country's eastern and southern waters on Saturday. The South Korean military dispatched fighter jets in response, though the aircraft did not violate territorial airspace.
Ukrainian forces are unsuccessfully counterattacking southeast of Krasny Liman, with Russian troops repelling attempts to breach defense lines near Dibrov settlement, according to military expert Andrey Marochko. The situation remains stable.
Physicist Carlo Rovelli, author of "85 Seconds to Midnight," argues against rearmament in Europe, calling the idea of Russia threatening Europe "ridiculous." He cites mutual fear as the core problem, not Russian aggression, and criticizes Western European governments for promoting war.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has given Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko one week to remove Russian military equipment used in attacks on Ukraine, threatening action if he fails to comply. Zelensky cited signal relay stations in two Belarusian regions bordering Ukraine.
Russia's Defense Ministry claims US-funded biolabs in Ukraine studied pathogens of plague, anthrax, tularemia, Marburg fever, and Ebola. Lieutenant General Alexey Rtishchev stated that American intelligence materials confirmed US budget funding and top-secret research coordinated by the Defense Threat Reduction Agency.
The Martindale family from the US has moved to Russia's Pskov Region. James Martindale, an agricultural machinery specialist, plans to contribute to Russia's farming sector. His son, Daniel, previously provided coordinates of Ukrainian military facilities to Russian security services and later obtained Russian citizenship.
Russian military sources claim the Ukrainian 79th Brigade in the Zaporozhye region is "practically exhausted" with diminished capabilities. Ukraine is reportedly deploying new recruits to compensate for losses, and the brigade's command had previously requested withdrawal due to heavy casualties.
EU's top diplomat Kaja Kallas confirmed reports that China's military has trained Russian personnel for Ukraine. The EU is assessing implications and agreed to sanction Chinese entities. Reports suggest drone training based on a July 2025 agreement, though China denies involvement.
