Ukraine aims to develop domestic ballistic missiles and missile defense systems by 2026-2027, Zelenskyy says, while seeking greater international cooperation on air defense.

Australia to acquire US AIM-260 missiles in $475M deal, becoming first nation outside the US to operate the weapon amid Indo-Pacific tensions.

Australia will purchase next-generation US AIM-260 air-to-air missiles in a $475 million deal. Canberra says it will become the first country outside the US to operate the missile, boosting long-range strike capability and interoperability with US forces amid escalating tensions in the Indo-Pacific.

Russian attacks injure 22 in Kherson Oblast in one day. Ukrainian officials report strikes on civilian infrastructure in the southern region amid ongoing daily bombardment.

Twenty-two people were injured in Russian attacks on Kherson Oblast in a single day, according to reports from the region.

Commander of Russia's 76th Airborne Division tells Putin Ukraine lost more than 6,000 troops and 14 tanks on the Dobropillia front — Russian state media

The commander of Russia's 76th Airborne Division reported to Vladimir Putin that the Ukrainian Armed Forces have lost more than 6,000 personnel and 14 tanks on the Dobropillia direction, according to Russian state news agency TASS.

Russian Defense Ministry says air defense intercepted 281 Ukrainian drones over Russian regions and the Black Sea in 24 hours, per TASS. The claim could not be independently verified.

Russia's Defense Ministry says air defense shot down 281 Ukrainian drones over Russian regions and the Black Sea in one day, according to TASS.