Moscow is accusing Kyiv of using drone attacks to sabotage potential peace talks, claiming Russia remains open to dialogue despite the alleged provocations. The Russian Foreign Ministry insists its commitment to negotiations hasn’t wavered, framing Ukraine’s actions as disruptive.

Editor’s Note: This is another volley in the war’s propaganda battle—Russia positioning itself as the reasonable party while painting Ukraine as undermining peace. Whether you buy that spin or not, it highlights how fragile (or performative) diplomacy is in this conflict. Every strike and statement gets weaponized for narrative control.

Russian defense officials say they intercepted over 100 Ukrainian drones overnight, with most shot down near the Belgorod region near the border. The claim suggests another intense wave of attempted strikes, though Ukraine hasn’t commented yet.

Editor’s Note: These drone attacks—whether successful or not—highlight how the war’s front lines aren’t just trenches but now include deep strikes into Russian territory. It’s a sign of Ukraine’s growing drone capabilities and Russia’s struggle to fully secure its own borders, even as both sides escalate attacks far from the battlefield.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov dropped some big updates on Ukraine—Moscow is wrapping up a draft peace proposal, but they’re waiting on a major prisoner swap before presenting it to Kyiv. He also touched on the EU’s military ambitions and, in classic Lavrov fashion, had some sharp words about the "Kiev regime." It’s a mix of diplomatic maneuvering and tough talk, signaling where Russia might be heading next.

Editor’s Note: Whether you see this as a genuine step toward peace or just more posturing, Lavrov’s comments matter because they hint at Russia’s next moves. The prisoner exchange could be a precursor to bigger negotiations—or just another stall tactic. Either way, it’s a reminder that behind the battlefield headlines, there’s a lot of diplomatic chess being played.