Massive Strike on Putin’s Forces! Ukraine Signals New Phase of the War Over Crimea

During meetings with parliamentary factions, Zelenskyy outlined possible timelines for the end of the most intense phase of the war. China delivered a firm response to Kremlin threats of another strike on Kyiv, while Putin continues preparing Russia for a prolonged conflict by canceling debts for selected fighters. At the same time, Ukrainian forces are destroying Russian military columns along the land corridor to occupied Crimea and maintaining fire control over Mariupol. Ukrainian troops have also liberated the town of Stepnohirsk. More details in our news roundup.