Ukraine tensions rise as Russia launches multiple missile strikes on civilians in Dnipro, Chernihiv and Krementchuk, killing at least 20 and injuring many, prompting Ukraine to call for an emergency UN Security Council meeting.

Ukraine urgently requests the UN Security Council convene after shelling of civilian areas and strikes on Dnipro, Krementchuk and Chernihiv, with civilian casualties and damage to railway and transport targets noted.

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Zelenskiy plans a visit to Istanbul for talks with Erdogan amid ongoing discussions about maritime security in the Black Sea.

At the G20 foreign ministers photo session in Atlanta, Russia’s Lavrov presence disrupts the arrangement, prompting ministers to opt out of the group photo.

Canada commits to participating in the EU-backed 90 billion euro loan package for Ukraine, with an initial 500 million euros pledge following a two-day summit in Montreal.

UN Human Rights Chief condemns the closure of Novaı Gazeta as a severe blow to Russia’s independent media and urges authorities to stop hindering press coverage of public-interest issues.

Novaı Gazeta closure is portrayed as a setback for press freedom in Russia, with reports alleging coordination by the FSB to shutter the outlet.

Russian strikes have heavily damaged energy infrastructure, with hundreds of facilities hit since September; newer protections include added physical defenses for transformers.

Zelenskiy states that 17 ballistic missiles were fired overnight, targeting oil refining infrastructure, and reiterates Ukraine’s readiness to respond with legitimate measures.

Ukraine’s Human Rights Commissioner calls for more humanitarian missions after operations in Olekhky, with ongoing evacuations and expectations of broader international negotiations for peace.

International responses include NATO assurances on Patriot missile deliveries to Ukraine and the evolving US-Russia and US-Europe coordination in the war context.