Former Russian President Medvedev:

The response in case of strikes on the Crimea and deep into Russia will be quick, tough and convincing.

If Ukraine tries to strike at Crimea, there will be retaliation strikes, all Ukraine remaining under the rule of Kyiv will burn.

The UK Home Office is working to declare Russian Wagner PMC a terrorist organization.

Portugal PM Antonio Costa:

Portugal will send Leopard 2 tanks to Ukraine.

Ukrainian forces firing French-supplied 155mm CAESAR howitzer near Vuhledar.

Indian refineries have begun paying for most of the Russian oil purchased through traders from Dubai in UAE dirham instead of U.S. dollar.

Chinese spy balloons spotted around the world since 2021.

The U.S. is considering shooting down the Chinese spy balloon when it is over the Atlantic Ocean.

Former Russian President Medvedev:

Crimea is Russia, an attack on Crimea is an attack on Russia and an escalation of the conflict.

The Ukrainian gang of drug addicts must understand that retaliation with any kind of weapons is inevitable for such attacks.

WSJ:

Chinese state-owned companies are providing Russia with technology and equipment that is under sanctions and that the Russian army needs in Ukraine.

In particular electronic warfare, parts for fighter jets and navigation equipment.

USAF F-22 fighter jets circling the Chinese spy balloon above Conway, South Carolina.

U.S. President Biden says the Chinese spy ballon will be shoot down, gives a thumbs up 👍