BBC Russian reports the death of 23-year-old Valery Averin, the first known student recruited for drone warfare units to be killed in the conflict. He died in a mortar attack near Luhansk just weeks after completing his training.

Ukraine drone strike kills 12, wounds 15 Russian troops in occupied Snizhne, Donetsk

A drone strike hit a Russian troop location in occupied Snizhne, Donetsk Oblast, killing 12 and wounding 15. Footage shows aftermath damage.

Russia targets fuel stations in Ukraine, expert warns - A-95 director

Russian strikes on fuel stations appear targeted, require additional security measures - A-95 director

Ukraine hits 10 Russian oil sites in May; 6 halt ops. Moscow, Ryazan, Perm among affected.

Ukraine's unmanned forces commander says 10 Russian oil sites hit in May, 6 halted operations. Facilities in Moscow, Ryazan, Perm, Kirishi, Samara, Tuapse affected.

Ukraine Eases Defense Exports; New Drone Deal Contracts Await Approval

Ukraine's National Security and Defense Council (NSDC) Secretary Umerov announced that the country is simplifying controlled defense exports and preparing new contracts under the Drone Deal. Agencies have agreed on a shared position to streamline permit procedures and shorten processing times, with the first contracts already awaiting approval.