Russian law enforcement authorities have detained several officials from the leadership of three regions bordering Ukraine. They are being investigated for the failure of the Ukrainian Armed Forces’ incursion into the Kursk region in August 2024,

Despite recent progress in peace talks between Russia and Ukraine, the two nations continue trading fire via missile and drone attacks.

Kyiv has said its strikes are in response to Russia's attacks on Ukraine and are aimed at destroying infrastructure deemed crucial to Moscow's military efforts.