Morning began with confirmation of a second F-16 batch arrival from Denmark, while rescue operations in Zaporizhzhia concluded with final casualty count including two children. Russian forces conducted missile strikes on Konotop community infrastructure.
The day's focal point became the historic trilateral meeting between Zelenskyy, Trump, and Macron at the Élysée Palace, preceding Notre-Dame Cathedral's reopening ceremony. The meeting followed previous days' diplomatic efforts between Ukrainian officials and Trump's team. Zelenskyy characterized Trump as "determined" while emphasizing "peace through strength."
Evening brought announcement of a new Pentagon aid package worth $988 million, including HIMARS rockets and drones, addressing previous days' concerns about US support continuity. Air raid alerts sounded in Kyiv and several regions, while military reported 182 combat engagements along the front, with significant Russian losses in Pokrovsk sector.