Russian media extensively covered Ukrainian operations in Kursk region, with morning reports of 61 drones intercepted over five regions evolving into claims of repelling multiple ground attacks near Berdin by afternoon. The death of Izvestia correspondent Martemyanov from a drone strike prompted investigation announcements and official reactions.
Northern airports (Nizhnekamsk, Izhevsk, Perm) suspended operations following drone activity, though restrictions were lifted by midday. State media claimed destruction of a Ukrainian MiG-29 and reported attacking positions near Kharkov.
By evening, coverage shifted to infrastructure targeting, with reports of drone strikes on Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant's training center. Peskov dismissed speculation about Putin meetings with Scholz or Trump, while environmental authorities reported finding 30 dead dolphins in Kerch Strait.