"Ukraine's Zelensky Boosts Drone Production and Meets Troops in Frontline Region"

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that Kyiv is significantly increasing its drone production, highlighting the importance of drones in defending Ukraine against Russia's invasion. Meanwhile, former French President Nicolas Sarkozy faced backlash for suggesting internationally monitored referendums in occupied Ukrainian territories, with critics accusing him of participating in a criminal conspiracy for Russia's seizure of Ukrainian territories. NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg stated that Ukraine's counteroffensive is making progress, but there is still uncertainty, and internal discussions within NATO are ongoing to find a path to peace. Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dymytro Kuleba accused Russia of using propaganda and mercenaries from the Wagner group to pressure African countries into closer ties with Moscow. The Joseph Schulte cargo ship, trapped in Odesa port since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, has reached Romanian waters and is expected to reach Istanbul. Zelenskyy also highlighted the successful use of drones in recent weeks as part of Ukraine's counteroffensive efforts to reclaim territory.