Ukraine

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and President Putin concluded confidential talks at the Vostochny spaceport in Russia. While details remain undisclosed, analysts had speculated on a possible exchange of artillery ammunition for missile or satellite technology, violating UN resolutions. Kim toasted Putin’s health and predicted Russian troops would secure “great victory.” Separately, Russia’s defense ministry noted that Ukraine attacked the Russian headquarters of the Black Sea Fleet in Crimea with missiles and unmanned boats.