Ukraine’s drones reportedly hit Andreapol oil station and Tver missile arsenal. According to Suspilne, the drones used by Ukraine’s Security Service (SBU) and the Special Operations Forces targeted the Andreapol oil pumping station and a missile arsenal in Russia’s Tver region. The strike on the Andreapol station, a key facility within the Baltic Pipeline System-2, damaged its filtration and pumping platform, hit fuel additive tanks, and caused an oil spill and fire, forcing Russian authorities to halt operations on the main pipeline supplying crude to the Ust-Luga terminal in the Leningrad region. Meanwhile, drones also struck Russia’s 23rd missile arsenal in the Tver region, hitting the storage facility and three military buildings. Local residents reported over 20 explosions and discussed evacuation efforts in online chats. According to the Suspilne’s source, the SBU, in coordination with Ukraine’s Defence Forces, continues to target military and logistical sites on Russian territory to degrade its war capabilities, with drone strikes proving highly effective and set to continue.
UK defence Ministry: Ukraine steps up strikes on Russian energy infrastructure. According to the UK Ministry of Defence, Ukraine’s military has stepped up its attacks on Russian energy infrastructure, including a recent drone strike on the Kristall oil depot near the Engels-2 airbase. The strike caused massive fires and destroyed several fuel storage tanks, with satellite images confirming the significant damage. A follow-up strike reignited the fires and caused even more destruction. The repeated ability to hit such crucial Russian assets indicate Ukraine’s growing operational reach and its increasing ability to disrupt enemy logistics.
Luxembourg PM: no simple solutions for Ukraine’s security guarantees. According to Ukrinform, Luxembourg’s Prime Minister Luc Frieden stated that there are no simple solutions for Ukraine’s security guarantees, emphasising that bilateral agreements are only part of a broader package that needs discussion. Speaking at PACE in Strasbourg, he stressed the need for a lasting peace and noted that talks with Ukraine had only just begun. While NATO membership guarantees security for some, others rely on bilateral or multilateral agreements, whose details remain undecided. Frieden, who chairs the Council of Europe’s Committee of Ministers, underscored Luxembourg’s full military, financial, and humanitarian support for Ukraine, calling it a moral obligation in light of Russia’s crimes, including violations of international law, crimes against humanity, and child abductions. He pledged Luxembourg’s commitment to helping Ukraine restore sovereignty and ensure accountability, insisting that the war’s end must be determined with Ukraine, not by external actors.
Zelensky praises Trump’s stance on Russia and support for Ukraine. According to Fox News, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky recently praised Donald Trump’s resolute stance on Russia, describing his rhetoric about both negotiating a peace deal and imposing economic pressure as “just and fair.” During an interview on Hannity, Zelensky explained that Russian President Vladimir Putin is wary of a strong Trump who backs Ukraine, as such a position would only serve to bolster Kyiv’s standing on the global stage. Trump has made his position clear, warning Putin on Truth Social that any failure to resolve the war would result in severe tariffs and sanctions on Russian exports.
Ukraine launches licensed FPV drone production to boost military tech. According to the Ukrainian Ministry of Defence, the country has begun licensed production of FPV drones at a state-owned enterprise to boost its drone manufacturing capabilities. The initiative, led by the Main Directorate of Defense Innovations, enables Ukraine to produce and supply drones independently to its Armed Forces. The program also paves the way for ramping up production at other defence enterprises, helping Ukraine stay ahead in drone warfare. It reflects the country’s focus on pushing forward with military tech advancements, according to the Ministry of Defence.
