Jul 25, 2026, 12:30 AM UTC

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned that Russian forces are preparing a massive missile strike expected within two days, citing intelligence reports. The warning comes amid intensified Russian aerial bombardment across several Ukrainian regions.

In Zaporizhzhia, guided aerial bomb strikes injured at least 30 people, including seven children. Ukrainian air defense forces reported intercepting one of three ballistic missiles targeting the Kyiv region, along with two Onyx missiles fired at southern Ukraine, and neutralizing 81 attack drones. Meanwhile, a Russian drone struck near a residential high-rise in Kharkiv's Saltivka district, shattering windows and injuring at least one person. Emergency services continue recovery operations as air threat alerts remain active across the country.

Sources: Ukrinform

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky cautioned that intelligence indicates Russia is preparing a large-scale missile strike expected within 48 hours, while also remarking that a ceasefire preserving lives would be preferable to a multi-decade conflict.

In diplomatic developments, member states of the International Criminal Court voted to dismiss Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan following allegations of sexual misconduct. Meanwhile, U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed ongoing negotiations with Iran aimed at ending hostilities, describing Tehran's approach to the talks as increasingly serious.

In Western Europe, severe wildfires spreading across parts of Spain and France forced over 100,000 residents to evacuate or shelter indoors as emergency services struggle to contain the blazes.

Sources: Tanjug

Wildfires across France and Spain continue to spread, pushing total evacuations past 140,000 people. In Spain, three blazes west of Madrid united into a single 6,000-hectare front moving toward Navas del Rey. The Spanish government declared a national emergency—the country's first for a wildfire—while Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez described the situation as "dramatic".

In southwestern France, uncontained fires near Bordeaux and Arcachon forced tens of thousands to flee, with authorities deploying ships to evacuate stranded residents. With one blaze expanding to the size of Paris, President Emmanuel Macron requested assistance from the European Union, stating that France remains "under high tension".

Sources: BBC News, ORF, Tagesschau.

The Belgrade City Assembly has withdrawn a controversial proposal regarding a 700-million-euro public-private partnership for municipal security services from its agenda. Opposition politicians had criticized the project, characterizing it as the creation of a private paramilitary force. City officials indicated the initiative would be reintroduced in future sessions. The decision coincided with Mayor Aleksandar Šapić alleging internal political attacks from within the ruling Serbian Progressive Party. Separately, Interior Minister Ivica Dačić announced that Serbia is considering selling its Long Range Acoustic Devices. The police acquired the acoustic cannons despite their operational use being prohibited under Serbian law, prompting criticism regarding procurement oversight.

Sources: N1

Montenegro's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has condemned recent Russian military strikes in Ukraine, pointing to civilian casualties and widespread injuries across affected regions.

In a statement published on social platform X, Montenegrin authorities also specifically denounced a Russian strike on Latvia's Honorary Consulate in the Ukrainian city of Sloviansk. The ministry called the actions "unacceptable" and described them as a "gross violation of international law." Podgorica reiterated its unwavering stance alongside European partners, expressing full support and solidarity with both Ukraine and Latvia following the attacks.

Sources: Vijesti