In other developments, Laotian President Thongloun Sisoulith may visit Russia in October to strengthen ties, including military relations. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has also entered Russia for a summit with President Putin, likely to discuss arms sales. Meanwhile, Russia has been accused of targeting a civilian cargo ship in the Black Sea last month, and Ukraine's military intelligence reports that Ukrainian forces have regained control of several gas and oil offshore drilling platforms near Crimea from Russia.
Key takeaways:
- The war in Ukraine, which started with Russia's invasion in February 2022, continues with no signs of ending as both sides intensify attacks.
- Foreign ministers from the Group of 7 major industrialized countries condemned the staging of what they called "sham elections" by Russia in occupied Ukrainian territories.
- Denmark will donate a package worth 5.8 billion Danish crowns ($833 million) to Ukraine, including tanks, infantry fighting vehicles, tank ammunition and anti-aircraft guns.
- North Korean leader Kim Jong Un entered Russia early Tuesday morning for a summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin, likely to discuss arms sales as Moscow struggles with Ukraine's counteroffensive in the war.