Russian media coverage on this day consistently prioritized extensive Ukrainian drone attacks across numerous regions, including Moscow, with reports of dozens of UAVs downed and damage to residential areas. Concurrently, news outlets continued to analyze US President Trump's statements, which included acknowledging Russia's ability to handle sanctions while also hinting at new measures and expressing "unhappiness" about his call with Putin. The investigation into the downed Il-76 aircraft remained a significant focus, with the Investigative Committee claiming to identify the Ukrainian commander responsible. Late in the day, a new prominent international story emerged with reports of Elon Musk forming a new political party in the United States. Additionally, Turkish President Erdogan's comments regarding Azerbaijan's desire for de-escalation with Russia received attention amidst prior tensions.