"Day 539: Unraveling the Russia-Ukraine War"

Three people were killed and buildings were damaged in a large-scale air attack on Ukraine's Lviv and Volyn regions. The Bank of Russia raised its key rate to 12% as the rouble dropped to its lowest level in 17 months. Reddit was fined for not deleting "banned content" about Russia's military campaign in Ukraine. Three Bulgarian nationals suspected of spying for Russia were arrested in the UK. Ukraine's president called for a ban on Russian athletes in international competitions after strikes destroyed a sports facility. Mali's military leader spoke with Russian President Putin about the coup in Niger. The US warned that a Russian arms deal with North Korea would violate UN resolutions. Sweden announced a military aid package worth over $300m for Ukraine. Ukraine plans to build new fortifications on its border with Russia and Belarus. President Zelenskiy visited troops fighting against Russian forces in Zaporizhzhia. Russia and North Korea advocated closer collaboration, including in the defense sector.