AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoDrone War Escalation: Ukraine launched one of its largest aerial attacks of the war, sending hundreds of drones that Moscow says included 600 aimed at the capital region; Russian air defenses claimed 822 drones shot down and the strikes left fires and at least six deaths, including at a Wildberries logistics hub near Podolsk. Counterstrikes in Ukraine: Russia hit Ukraine with missile and drone waves, including strikes on the ArcelorMittal steel plant in Kryvyi Rih and other industrial sites, with reports of multiple civilian deaths and injuries. EU Sanctions Push: EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said a far-reaching new sanctions package is planned for autumn, aiming to expand listings by about a third. Defense Tech and Targets: Ukraine’s ex-defense minister Mykhailo Fedorov told CBS Kyiv could field domestically made ballistic missiles within 3–6 months, while Russia accused Ukraine of targeting missile and drone component makers. Local Impact and Economy: Reports also highlighted Russia’s “shadow” employment reaching 41% as businesses shift away from official hiring amid rising costs. Diplomacy and Travel: Syrian Airlines resumed direct Damascus–Moscow flights after an 18-month pause, signaling renewed ties after Assad’s fall.
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