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Moscow test-fired a Bulava intercontinental ballistic missile from a submarine in the Sea of Okhotsk shortly after Finnish and Norwegian leaders spoke with Vladimir Putin. The call, aimed at discussing the Ukraine war and upcoming Abu Dhabi talks, exposed deep divisions within Europe, with Denmark and other allies criticizing the unilateral contact.
A six-day ceasefire in the Russian-occupied Ukrainian city of Oleshky held for its first 30 hours, allowing humanitarian aid to reach approximately 2,000 residents. While this localized truce marks the first significant pause in fighting since the invasion began, broader hostilities continued elsewhere, including drone strikes in Kharkiv. The ceasefire coincides with renewed diplomatic efforts, including Nordic leaders speaking with Vladimir Putin and upcoming technical talks in Abu Dhabi, though deep mistrust and U.S. disengagement remain key concerns.