Kyiv's Missile Attack on Sevastopol Escalates Ukraine Crisis

Ukraine launches a missile attack on Sevastopol in Crimea, causing a fire at a noncivilian facility, while Russia's air defense systems engage against the assault. The Group of Seven (G7) foreign ministers condemn Russia's staging of "sham elections" in occupied Ukrainian territories. Denmark announces a donation package worth $833 million to Ukraine, including tanks and anti-aircraft guns. Laotian President Thongloun Sisoulith is expected to visit Russia in October, and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un arrives in Russia for a summit with President Vladimir Putin. British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak reveals that Russia targeted a civilian cargo ship in the Black Sea last month. Ukrainian forces regain control of gas and oil offshore drilling platforms close to Crimea. A psychological analysis of Putin's speeches shows anger and disgust but little fear. Brazilian President Lula hopes Chinese President Xi Jinping and Putin will resume participation in the Group of 20 next year and expresses hope for the end of the Ukraine war by November 2024.