Russian strike on grain ship off Odesa kills 5, leaves 5 missing
Why it matters: The hit on a foreign-flagged vessel carrying corn widens risks to Ukraine's export corridor and Black Sea shipping.
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#Andrii Sybiha
Zelenskiy aide gives up Polish medal as WW2 dispute strains ties
Why it matters: The clash risks widening a rift between two key allies as Ukraine seeks support against Russia.
Bloomberg, The Straits Times
Poland revoked Zelensky’s top honor over WWII army-name dispute
Why it matters: The clash strains one of Kyiv’s key wartime alliances as Ukraine pushes for EU membership talks.
BBC News (World), The Straits Times