For the first time in 2025, Ukraine experienced a night without Russian Shahed drone attacks, though air defenses still intercepted two missiles over Zaporizhzhia. Trump's diplomatic maneuvers dominated coverage, with reports of his growing impatience toward both Putin and Zelensky. He rejected Putin's "UN temporary administration" proposal while simultaneously pressuring Zelensky on a minerals agreement.
By midday, polling showed Trump's approval among Ukrainians plummeting to 73% negative from 21% in December. Ukraine formally began negotiations with the US on a revised minerals agreement, with Ukrainian officials emphasizing it must align with EU integration goals. Deputy Foreign Minister Sibiga firmly stated Ukraine would never recognize occupied territories or accept military limitations.
The afternoon brought news of Poland deporting a Medvedchuk-linked propagandist to Ukraine for a potential prisoner exchange. Military intelligence reported successful drone strikes against Russian naval assets in Crimea, including two landing craft and an air defense system.