"Ukrainian Soldiers Mourned and Safety Rules Violated in Deadly Russian Strike"
Ukraine's military repelled Russian assaults in various sectors and is preparing for a fresh attempt to capture Avdiivka. The US is seeking $11.8bn in Ukraine aid, while the EU is expected to recommend formal negotiations on Ukraine's accession. A newly built Russian naval corvette was damaged in Crimea, potentially delaying the delivery of new vessels. The Netherlands sent fighter jets to Romania for training Ukrainian pilots, and the US accused Russia of financing a disinformation campaign in Latin America. Ukraine has deployed more western air defense systems in anticipation of further Russian attacks. G7 support for Ukraine remains strong despite the Middle East conflict.