Ukraine prepares for long-awaited counteroffensive against Russia.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that the first steps of a military counteroffensive against Russian forces would be taken soon, as Ukrainian forces prepare seriously for the operation. Italy's Prime Minister pledged unwavering support for Ukraine and backed any future bid by Kyiv to join NATO. Germany's Defense Ministry said it would supply Ukraine with nearly $3 billion more in military aid, including 30 tanks. Meanwhile, Russia's assault on Ukraine continued, with two people killed and 10 others wounded in Kostiantynivka, and at least 21 people injured following Russian strikes on the city of Khmelnytskyi.
