Italy, Spain, and Greece have joined the US in closing their embassies in Kyiv due to fears of an imminent attack. The decision comes after the US embassy received specific intelligence about a potential air attack on the capital city. Air alerts have been declared in Kyiv and other regions, heightening concerns of an impending threat. Meanwhile, the UK embassy remains open, stating that the safety of its staff and British nationals in Ukraine is a top priority.
Russia has claimed to have destroyed Ukrainian drones over the Belgorod region and announced significant losses for Ukrainian service personnel on the Kursk front. Reports also indicate a man has been arrested in Kharkiv for aiding individuals trying to evade military conscription.
As the conflict between Russia and Ukraine continues, fundraising efforts are ongoing to support Ukrainian causes, with over £17m raised in the UK alone. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has called for peace and urged restraint between the two countries. The Ukrainian military claims to have shot down numerous drones and missiles launched by Russia.
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov has stated that a freeze on the conflict in Ukraine is unacceptable to Russia. Russian intelligence director Sergey Naryshkin has warned that any attempts by Nato countries to strike inside Russia will not go unpunished. The situation remains tense, with reports of explosions in Kherson and Belarus criticizing US actions in the region. The conflict shows no signs of resolution as both sides continue to engage in combat engagements.
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