Ukraine launched what Russian officials called the "largest drone attack ever" on Moscow, killing three people hours before US-Ukraine peace talks began in Saudi Arabia. The attack appeared strategically timed to strengthen Ukraine's bargaining position.
Meanwhile, the North Sea tanker collision continued developing, with a cargo ship captain arrested on suspicion of manslaughter while the White House refused to rule out hacking as a possible cause.
By evening, a significant diplomatic breakthrough emerged as Ukraine accepted a US-proposed 30-day ceasefire, with officials stating "the ball is now in Russia's court." Trump immediately restored intelligence sharing and military aid to Ukraine that had been paused recently.
Russia responded within hours by launching new air strikes on Kyiv, suggesting Putin's reluctance to accept the truce terms. Separately, Trump escalated his trade war with Canada, doubling tariffs on steel and aluminum to 50% following Ontario's threats regarding electricity supply.