10:34 (08:34)⇢Putin's UN Administration Proposal Slammed by Kyiv
⌨The newspapers report on Putin's proposal for a UN-led transitional administration in Ukraine, which Kyiv sharply criticized (Kyiv Post). Despite Putin's demands, the EU is preparing a 17th sanctions package against Russia (Liga.net). The ISW analysis shows Russia has intensified strikes on Ukraine's critical and civilian infrastructure, potentially undermining Trump's plans (Novoe Vremya). Heavy fighting continues with 209 clashes reported across the front, with one-third occurring in the Pokrovsk sector (Ukrinform). Meanwhile, Thailand was hit by a powerful earthquake (Glavcom), and concerns mount about Trump's "red lines" in a mineral resources agreement that reportedly demands Ukraine return all US aid with interest (Pravda).