Ukraine faces fresh Russian strikes and domestic political pressure

Ukraine faced fresh security and political developments as Russian military strikes continued across several regions, including Zaporizhzhia, where local officials reported one death and six injuries. Ukrainian forces responded by launching targeted drone strikes towards Moscow, several of which were intercepted.

Domestically, the Ukrainian parliament prepared for a vote to confirm Yevhenii Khmara as the new defense minister. The political landscape was further stirred by dismissed official Mykhailo Fedorov, who publicly called for fresh national elections, stating that "democracy cannot be hostage to Russia." These developments coincide with active anti-corruption investigations into figures associated with the administration.

Meanwhile, President Volodymyr Zelensky promised a strong military response to Russian air attacks and condemned the placement of explosive stockpiles near residential zones following a lethal ammunition depot explosion near Kyiv.

Sources: ANSA, Corriere della Sera, Il Messaggero, La Repubblica.