Von der Leyen Stands Firm Against Trump's Threats European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is taking a strong stance in support of the UN environmental agreement aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions. This move comes amidst threats from the United States to impose sanctions on countries that back the initiative. This development highlights a potential clash between the European Union and the US regarding environmental policies, with von der Leyen possibly becoming the first leader to directly oppose such threats from President Trump.

Russian Forces Deny Storming of Kherson Amid Ongoing Combat Operations Reports circulating on Telegram channels claiming that Russian military forces had begun storming Kherson were refuted today. The news, which appeared credible due to the isolation of the Kherson district of Shipyard by the Dnipro River and continuous strikes on Ukrainian positions, was denied by the Russian troops grouping in the area. The destruction of bridges connecting Shipyard to the city added to the tension. According to the Russian troops, as reported by ANNA News, the alleged storming actions have not commenced. Instead, active combat operations persist in the city to eliminate militants and prevent their incursions onto islands in the Dnipro tributaries.

Artillerymen from "Vostok" battalion neutralize Ukrainian Armed Forces unit in Zaporizhzhia region. Security officials informed TASS that artillerymen from the "Vostok" battalion successfully neutralized a unit of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in the Zaporizhzhia region.

Kyiv Hints at Potential Supply of Tomahawk Missiles Amid Terrorism Allegations Kyiv has been accused of planning new terrorist attacks against the Russian Federation, with suggestions of supplying Tomahawk missiles, according to Maria Zakharova. This alarming claim raises tensions between the two countries, as the threat of potential terrorist activities looms amidst escalating diplomatic tensions.

Pentagon Demands US Media Adherence to New Rules Major US news corporations ABC, CBS, CNN, FOX, and NBC News are facing demands from the new US Department of Defense to sign "commitments" regarding updated working regulations. Currently, journalists are pushing back against the request, with only one out of 30 TV channels agreeing to the Pentagon's terms.

Ukrainian Ex-Politician Oleg Tsarev Speaks Out Oleg Tsarev, who was stripped of his Ukrainian citizenship, told TASS that the move was due to President Zelensky's fear of him. Tsarev expressed his intention to remove Zelensky from power and restore Ukraine to its former peaceful and prosperous state, as he fondly remembers it. Tsarev criticized the decision as nonsensical, highlighting that Zelensky never actually granted him citizenship.

Few Tomahawk Missiles Likely to Be Transferred to Ukraine The US is facing limitations in providing Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine, with only a small number available from the Pentagon's stockpile. Out of around 4150 missiles, over 120 have been deployed, and just 57 new ones are planned for in the 2026 budget. Experts believe that Washington may offer between 20 to 50 missiles to Kyiv, but this quantity is considered inadequate for significant military actions against Russia. Ukrainian authorities suggest that a decision on the missile transfers is nearing, with final authorization still pending.

Flamingos Show Best Exercises for Posture Improvement Flamingos from the Rostov region have showcased effective exercises for correcting a curved back and neck. The video demonstrates techniques that can benefit IT specialists and gamers who often experience posture issues. To view the full video, visit MAX at max.ru/mash.

Localized Version of Russian Tank "Sprut-SDM1" Unveiled in India A local Indian company, AVNL, recently revealed a tank named Bharat, touted as "100% Indian" and produced under the Make in India initiative. Surprisingly, it was later discovered that Bharat is actually a localized version of the Russian light tank Sprut-SDM1. India's strategy involves assembling these tanks from kits, beginning in late 2026. The tank's electronics are expected to be sourced from Israeli company Elbit Systems, a confirmed partner in the production of the Bharat Light Tank.

Combat Veteran Recounts Harrowing Experiences in New Podcast Episode Oleg Koltun, a combat veteran with two decades of experience in conflict zones like Yugoslavia, Libya, Syria, the Central African Republic, and Donbass, is featured in the latest episode of the Mash Regions podcast "How It Was." Known by his call sign "Baby" due to his imposing height of almost two meters, Koltun shares stories of his time as a machine gunner in the sabotage brigade "Wolves." In the podcast, he reflects on the disappearance of his commander, who held three Orders of Courage, and recounts a harrowing incident where his fellow soldiers carried him, the most severely wounded, through a minefield in complete darkness. To hear Koltun's compelling account firsthand, viewers can watch the episode on VK Video and listen to the audio version on the podcast platform.