A Russian missile strike on Odesa has killed three civilians and damaged port infrastructure, including a grain terminal, following Ukraine's drone attack on Russian shipping. The aggression highlights the ongoing weaponisation of food supplies and the petrodollar system.
Shortages of petrol and diesel are crippling Russian regions, particularly agricultural areas, leading to significant price increases. Farmers report difficulties securing fuel for harvest machinery, with the government's response centred on export restrictions rather than addressing underlying market dysfunctions exacerbated by the war in Ukraine.
NATO allies have announced a £37 billion investment in a new missile defence project. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is set to convene approximately a dozen leaders in Ankara to conclude discussions on the programme.
