Lithuania requested NATO's assistance to enhance its air defenses following multiple Russian drone incursions into its airspace. This follows similar incidents reported by other allies. Meanwhile, the Institute for the Study of War analyzed the Kremlin's downplaying of Medvedev's nuclear threats, contrasting it with Russia's history of nuclear saber-rattling. On the battlefield, Ukrainian forces made advances near Pokrovsk, while Russia claimed gains near Kupyansk. Trump plans to decide on sanctions against countries buying Russian oil after a meeting with Russian officials, while considering further sanctions on Russia's oil tanker fleet. Zelenskyy reported a productive conversation with Trump focusing on ceasefire options and sanctions.

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