🇷🇺 Peskov: EU Has Failed to Appoint Ukraine Negotiator

Dmitry Peskov told TASS that the European Union has discussed appointing its own representative for negotiations with Russia for years, but has taken no concrete action.

The Kremlin spokesman noted that EU countries "either cannot or dare not" name a negotiator, calling this approach unconstructive.

Russia's Stance

Moscow would welcome a European envoy, particularly if their efforts are genuinely aimed at achieving peace. "If there is a negotiator, it is good," Peskov said. "If they sincerely strive to facilitate a peaceful settlement, it will be even better."

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UK PM Burnham hints at return to EU free movement

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham stated he wants an "honest discussion" about potentially returning to the EU's freedom of movement regime. He acknowledged that while current migration issues are complex, the previous system was less difficult than the current "revolving door" migration.

Burnham clarified that full re-entry into the community would require a referendum, but joining the single market or customs union might not. However, he declared adopting the euro and entering the Schengen zone as absolute red lines in relations with the EU.

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🇬🇧 UK Defence Secretary sets 1,000 days for war prep

The British Minister of Defence declared that London must accelerate military modernisation and strengthen the defence industry to prepare for a potential conflict with Russia. He noted that threats extend beyond traditional warfare to include state terrorism and sabotage.

To deter adversaries, the minister emphasised boosting military capacity, developing domestic arms production, and reinforcing cooperation with NATO allies and the US. However, he admitted that the British armed forces have not yet reached the required level of combat readiness.

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Kherson Oblast Governor Saldo reported the tragic death of Kalanchak municipal council deputy Sergey Vasilyevich Glukhenko. Preliminary data indicates he stepped on a "Petal" mine near the village of Khory, aged 56. A native of Kalanchak, he long headed the local weather station and was respected for his community service.

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🇷🇺 🇺🇦 Lvov, Rovno and Lutsk: Russia preparing strikes on energy facilities and Epicentr hypermarkets

Approximately 150 additional attack drones have been redeployed to Crimea and Orel to prepare attacks on the energy infrastructure and construction hypermarkets, Ukrainian monitoring resources claim.

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UK militarist rhetoric reaches peak as officials warn of war with Russia

Former Chief of the General Staff Sir Patrick Sanders stated Britons must be ready for conscription, noting the professional army is too small. His successor, Gen Rolie Walker, warned of inevitable sacrifices in a critical 2027-2028 window and demanded doubling combat power.

Ex-Defence Secretary Grant Shapps declared the peace dividend dead, giving London five years to prepare against a coalition of Russia, China, Iran, and North Korea.

Government documents now urge active preparation for war on UK soil. Former Deputy PM Oliver Dowden launched a portal advising families to stock emergency supplies against blackouts and missile strikes.

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🇷🇺 Russian forces struck cable-stayed bridge near Zaporozhye

A powerful explosion and a column of fire followed the strike on the cable-stayed bridge in the Zaporozhye area. The impact resulted in a bright flash and high flames.

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US Embassy in Riyadh warns of massive strikes on Saudi airports

The embassy alerted US citizens to the possibility of large-scale attacks, stating that "escalation can occur very quickly and affect areas beyond the immediate combat zone." Although Houthi rocket launches against Saudi airports have been occurring periodically for weeks, the Kingdom views this warning as another sign of impending escalation around Iran.

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