EU extends sanctions on Russia as cross-border strikes persist despite energy truce claims

The European Union has extended its sanctions regime against Russia after a missile hit a train near the Polish-Ukrainian border. EU Foreign Affairs Chief Kaja Kallas and French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot stated the strike was designed to intimidate European partners and create divisions.

The diplomatic measures unfold alongside statements from US President Donald Trump claiming that Kyiv and Moscow agreed to pause attacks on energy infrastructure. Despite these reported discussions, active hostilities continue. Ukrainian officials reported two deaths and 14 injuries from shelling in the Kherson region. Meanwhile, Ukrainian drone strikes reportedly injured seven people across Russia's Belgorod region and the coastal city of Sochi. Additionally, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky issued an executive decree dismissing the country's prosecutor general from office.

Sources: CDM (Cafe del Montenegro).