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Ukrainian ground drone retrieves Russian weapons from the frontline.

Russia's 'shadow fleet' is estimated at 900 vessels, of which around ten are monitored daily in the English Channel, French admiral Benoît de Guibert said. These tankers transport oil in circumvention of international sanctions not only in the interests of Russia, but also in the interests of its closest allies — Iran and North Korea, he said during hearings in the National Defence and Armed Forces Committee. "This phenomenon takes advantage of the leniency of international maritime law, as well as the relative opacity of maritime transport and bunkering operations. They are mainly medium-capacity tankers, often of old construction, recently acquired by operators who are difficult to identify and who often do not comply with minimum safety standards," an admiral said.

BREAKING: President Trump announces trade deal with Vietnam, stating that the US will receive “total access” to Vietnamese markets for trade with zero tariffs. Vietnam will pay a 20% tariff on all goods sent to the U.S., and a 40% tariff on any transshipping.

Today, Ukraine’s Ministers of Defense and Foreign Affairs gave reports, in particular on relations with the United States. At the working level, Ukraine and the U.S. are clarifying all the details of defense support, including air defense. One way or another, we must ensure protection for our people. There were also discussions about the next steps in relations with the EU, during Denmark’s six-month Presidency. We’re also working with Denmark and other partners on new agreements for arms production, including joint manufacturing, and preparing updates on interceptor drones.