Ukraine’s anti-corruption agencies say an organized group of MPs took cash bribes to vote on laws in parliament.

NABU named five ruling-party lawmakers, alleging payments of $2,000–$20,000 per vote coordinated via WhatsApp since at least 2021, with court measures now sought as the investigation continues.

Somalia’s UN envoy confronted Israel’s representative with a history lesson:

To come to this place and lecture us on humanity, genocide, human rights, independence, and democracy—when we know what you are doing on a daily basis—is just an insult.

Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa:

The shape of the new currency is also an expression of a new national identity.

It’s about moving away from the stereotypical state of sanctifying people and placing them on banknotes, and instead moving towards more symbolic representations related to the Syrian reality.

People come and go, but the most enduring connection is the connection to nature.

Q: Are there any material evidence of this attempted attack on the presidential residence, and does Russia intend to present it?

Kremlin: I don't think there needs to be any specific evidence when such a massive drone raid is carried out.

Iranian President Pezeshkian:

The response of the Islamic Republic of Iran to any oppressive aggression will be harsh and regrettable.

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf:

I emphasize that Iran does not seek permission from anyone to defend itself.

The Iranian people’s response to any widespread adventurism and evil is unapologetic and even unexpected.

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Sybiha:

We were disappointed and concerned to see the statements by Emirati, Indian, and Pakistani sides expressing their concerns regarding the attack that never happened.

No such attack happened.

Estonia's Foreign Intelligence Service chief Kaupo Rosin says Russia shows no intent to attack Baltic states or NATO at this time.

Estonia says Russia “respects NATO” and avoids escalation.

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NEW: UAE says it was surprised and disappointed by the Saudi-led air strike in Yemen, urging restraint and warning against escalation.

UAE claimed Mukalla shipment carried no weapons while also rejecting allegations over Yemen.

Lithuania is preparing key bridges near its borders with Belarus and Russia for demolition.

Authorities seek to avoid “war hysteria”.

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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un inspected a munitions factory producing 600mm KN-25 rocket systems, calling them a “strategic attack means” and urging mass production.

Their range is assessed at 380–400 km.

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Polish Prime Minister Tusk:

Peace in Ukraine could be achieved within weeks, but it remains only a hope—not a certainty.

Mike Pompeo says that political agreement should never excuse anti-Zionism and says Republicans must confront it even when it comes from friends or allies.

“‘Joe’s my friend… and I don’t want to make Joe mad’ — no good. That’s insufficient.”

Polish Prime Minister Tusk:

The United States has declared its readiness to participate in security guarantees for Ukraine after concluding peace.

This includes, for example, the presence of American troops on the border or on the line of contact between Ukraine and Russia.

NOW: Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud meets with Turkish President Erdogan in Türkiye.

Former Israeli Defence Minister Avigdor Lieberman:

What happened in Syria? We replaced the Assad regime with an Al-Qaeda regime. Instead of Iranians, the Turks arrived and are installing equipment.

No one asked us about supplying F-35s to Türkiye.

Together with the Turkish arrival in Gaza, this has dramatically changed the regional balance of power.

Therefore, the government must be replaced as soon as possible.

BREAKING: UAE’s Defense Ministry says it ended the mission of its counterterrorism units in Yemen “voluntarily.”

Mali: The army says it conducted four airstrikes to disrupt a planned ambush on fuel tanker convoys along the Bamako–Bougouni road.

UAE MoD says "limited coordination teams may remain as needed, in line with commitments to security and stability in the region."