Slovakia temporarily closed several border crossings with Ukraine after Russian drone attacks targeted Ukraine’s western Zakarpattia region, prompting security measures on both sides of the frontier.

Italian authorities have launched a major investigation after a former Italian ambassador was arrested over allegations linked to the illegal sale of Schengen visas to Russian citizens.

Armenia continues its attempts to move out from under Russian influence. It is doing so gradually, without abrupt moves, wary that the former “big brother” might shift its focus from the bombing of Ukraine and turn close attention to its southern outpost. Such a possibility, despite Moscow’s deep involvement in the Ukrainian campaign, still exists.

The command of the Ukrainian Armed Forces (UAF) in the Sumy region has reportedly requested the redeployment of personnel from the State Border Service who are currently stationed along Ukraine’s border with the EU.

Russian forces launched a nighttime strike on the Orlivka checkpoint along the Ukraine-Romania border, temporarily halting operations at the international crossing, the State Customs Service of Ukraine reported.

President Vladimir Putin announced in a meeting with government officials that a decision has been made to create a security buffer zone along the Russia-Ukraine border, and Russian troops are actively carrying out this plan.

Ukraine is bolstering its border security with Belarus through the construction of fortifications and the expansion of its video surveillance system.

Russian forces have reportedly thwarted another attempt by Ukraine to breach the border into southwestern Russia.

Around 18 North Korean soldiers are reported to have deserted the Russian frontline, with Kremlin forces now actively searching for them, according to Ukraine's public broadcasting company, Suspilne, News.Az reports.