Russian media began the day continuing its focus on the Gaza peace deal and Trump's confirmed meeting with Zelensky regarding Ukraine, while reporting 40 Ukrainian drones downed overnight. By late morning, the primary editorial focus shifted significantly to the initiation of a criminal case against Mikhail Khodorkovsky and his "Anti-War Committee" for allegedly organizing a terrorist community and attempting a violent seizure of power. This development, including potential life imprisonment, dominated coverage throughout the day. Concurrently, reports noted the Russian Armed Forces liberating the settlement of Balagan in the DPR and ongoing discussions to delay new recycling fees for imported cars. Towards the evening, Trump's announcement of the second phase of the Gaza peace plan and NATO's potential softening of rules for using weapons against Russia also received attention.