- Putin acknowledged Ukrainian strikes are causing energy and fuel problems and a shortage of air-defense equipment in Russia, though he called the situation "not critical" and said fixing those gaps is a top priority.
- Ukraine has intensified strikes — including a recent heavy drone attack on 12 Russian regions and occupied Crimea — prompting Crimea to declare a state of emergency and halt civilian fuel sales.
- A new poll found 81% of Russians want the war to end, but Putin rejected a Ukrainian proposal for a mutual ceasefire.
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