
China has condemned remarks by U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio

The Chinese government maintains that discussions about Tiananmen are attempts to undermine its sovereignty. Rubio’s statements were part of a broader U.S. call for human rights accountability. The exchange highlights ongoing diplomatic friction between the two nations. Observers note that such tensions could impact future bilateral relations.
Ukrainian officials report a new attack on the Kerch Bridge

The bridge has been placed under emergency inspection, though no civilian casualties were reported. This incident follows a recent Ukrainian drone strike that damaged over 40 Russian warplanes. Meanwhile, Russian rocket attacks on the city of Sumy have killed at least four people and injured 25 others. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned the assaults, calling for increased international pressure on Moscow.
The EU is preparing countermeasures in response to new U.S. tariffs on steel

The tariffs were introduced by the Trump administration, complicating ongoing trade negotiations between Brussels and Washington. EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen had previously agreed with President Trump to accelerate talks toward a deal. However, the sudden imposition of tariffs has strained relations.
Ukrainian forces launched a significant drone offensive targeting four Russian military airfields

The operation, confirmed by Ukraine’s Security Service, resulted in damage to multiple aircraft and infrastructure. The strikes, part of Kyiv’s broader strategy to disrupt Russian military logistics, reportedly hit airfields in the Bryansk, Kaluga, and Oryol regions. Russian authorities have not disclosed the extent of the damage, but local reports indicate emergency responses were activated.