11:28⇢AI Drones Escalate Russian Attacks
⌨The newspapers report Russia has deployed AI-enhanced long-range FPV drones with direct radio control systems, marking an escalation beyond previous terrain-matching navigation versions (Kyiv Post). Russia continues ignoring US ceasefire proposals for 100 days, according to Foreign Minister Sybiha (Pravda). Ukrainian military officials note that despite two years of fighting, occupying forces have captured only 1% of Ukrainian territory (UNIAN). The Netherlands' Defense Minister Brekelmans announced plans to increase investments in Ukraine's defense industry (Ukrinform UA). Domestically, Poltava region temporarily banned all mass events due to elevated strike threats (Liga.net), while parliament reviews unauthorized absence policies for military personnel and their effectiveness (LB.ua). Coverage also includes a SpaceX rocket explosion during pre-flight preparations (Glavcom) and analysis of Iran's nuclear weapons development efforts (Radio Svoboda).