Ukraine War Latest Updates
US-Hungary Sanctions Relief
Donald Trump has granted Hungary a one-year exemption from Russian oil and gas sanctions following a visit to Washington, DC, by Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orban, according to a White House official.
Strikes in Dnipro
Overnight missile and drone attacks struck a residential nine-story building in Dnipro, causing a fire and destroying several apartments. Emergency services reported at least one fatality and 11 injuries, including two children.
“Rescuers found the body of a woman on the fifth floor,” emergency officials stated, continuing rescue efforts throughout the morning.
Other Affected Regions
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed a death in the Kharkiv region as well as injuries in the Kyiv and Poltava regions during today's update on Russian attacks.
“Drones and missiles fell over Ukraine overnight, causing damage and casualties,” Zelenskyy said.
Rescue and Emergency Response
- Firefighters sorted through rubble to aid casualties.
- Rescuers worked extensively to manage damage and assist survivors.
Author's summary: Russian strikes have caused multiple casualties and damage in several Ukrainian cities, while US policy exempts Hungary from Russian energy sanctions after a high-level visit.