From New Delhi, the Russian president warned Europe that sending troops to Ukraine could trigger direct conflict with Moscow, while insisting Russia does not threaten the continent.

At the BRICS summit, officials discussed defense and technology cooperation, modernization plans for missiles like BrahMos, potential S-400 deliveries, possible Su-57 sales, and civil nuclear energy collaboration.

The remarks were delivered during the BRICS gathering in New Delhi, underscoring Moscow’s position that Western troops in Ukraine remain a red line since Moscow’s 2022 invasion.

Ukraine reported multiple casualties from Russian drone and missile attacks across Kyiv, Kramatorsk and other cities, with ongoing air alerts and civilian damage.

There were several Russian-backed attacks on civilian targets, including a drone strike on a Kyiv tank station and an attack on an oilseed plant in Dnipro, resulting in casualties and economic impact.

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Canada and Ukraine formalized expanded cooperation on drone production and defense industry capacity, aiming to scale mass drone production and bolster air defense, backed by Canada’s multi-year aid surpassing 26 billion dollars since 2022.

Ukraine is conducting war crimes investigations into the alleged killing of two Ukrainian POWs by Russian forces near Dobropillia, with authorities seeking potential charges.

A Norwegian official reported a near-miss involving a drone with Zelenskiy’s aircraft in Moldova, a claim contested by Ukraine and Moldova with differing interpretations.

Analysts will monitor Russian troop movements near Ukraine, NATO support or ceasefire diplomacy, and Moscow’s official statements on territorial aims or military progress, given potential market impacts.

Selenskyj urged the United States to impose tough sanctions on Russia to disrupt weapons production and hinted at a planned meeting with Trump in New York later this month.

Ukraine claims long-range strikes are degrading Russia’s war capabilities, while signaling openness to negotiations as an alternative to ongoing fighting.