Ukraine’s unicameral parliament
Missile and drone attacks hit Kyiv and surrounding regions, leaving multiple fatalities and injuries. Authorities report damage to residential areas, a medical facility, and a school; NATO and neighboring states warn of heightened tensions as Russia's campaign and Ukraine's response continue.
Prosecutor General Ruslan Kravchenko has offered his resignation, saying it is a conscious political decision. NABU and SAPO allege a money‑laundering network tied to call centres; Kravchenko denies involvement. Kyiv faces renewed Russian strikes as anti‑corruption reform debates intensify.
Ukrainian defense sources have disclosed a disruption to SpaceX’s Starshield system, the military version of Starlink, affecting drone operations and front-line logistics. Officials say speeds above 100 mph were restricted, with some units experiencing cutoffs at 45 mph. By Thursday, services had largely resumed, but the incident highlights Ukraine’s dependence on SpaceX and the challenge of diversifying communications amid escalating tensions with external powers.