Trump's Congressional address revealed claims of a peace-seeking letter from Zelenskyy and "strong signals" from Russia, setting morning headlines ablaze. The CIA later confirmed complete suspension of both military aid and intelligence sharing with Ukraine, marking a significant escalation from previous day's partial restrictions.
Russian forces exploited the uncertainty with a massive strike on Odesa's infrastructure and later a hotel attack in Kryvyi Rih that killed two people. Japan's JICA stepped forward to replace USAID in energy projects, while the EU discussed potential military deployment in Ukraine.
By evening, Macron delivered a firm address opposing any "fragile ceasefire" while discussing European nuclear deterrence. Ukrainian and US teams agreed to meet, with first results expected next week, while The Economist revealed the US had specifically cut off HIMARS targeting intelligence.