"Russia's Air Attacks Escalate in Ukraine: Key Events on Day 511"

Russia launched air attacks on Ukraine's south and east using drones and possibly ballistic missiles, while Ukraine's air force claimed to have downed several drones and missiles. Russia's Ministry of Defence said its forces repelled a major drone attack near Crimea, and road traffic on the Crimean Bridge has partially resumed. The US is set to announce a new pledge of $1.3bn worth of military aid for Ukraine, and Germany ordered artillery shells to replenish stocks. Russia's withdrawal from the Black Sea grain export deal has caused concerns and condemnation from various countries, with the US pledging $250m in funding to help Ukrainian farmers. South Africa's president asked the International Criminal Court not to arrest Putin if he visits the country, and the head of the IOC said athletes from Russia and Belarus should not be punished for their governments' actions. European, Latin American, and Caribbean leaders failed to agree on a statement holding Russia accountable for the war in Ukraine. Private Russian lender Sovcombank plans to spin off a portion of its business to hold assets blocked by Western sanctions, and Russia's debt burden is increasing due to military and economic spending.