Ukraine Conflict Updates: Weaponry, NATO Summit, and International Legal Actions

Ukraine receives weaponry funded by frozen Russian assets, as announced by Finland. Meanwhile, the upcoming NATO summit is expected to produce a brief communiqué, omitting a specific mention of Russia's threat. Diplomatic efforts continue with planned meetings between Ukraine's President Zelenskyy and DR Congo's President. Domestically, Ukraine's government is proposing new childcare benefits. In response to the ongoing conflict, President Zelenskyy has initiated the formation of a permanent negotiation group focused on ending the war. Intelligence reports from the UK reveal that the age of most Russian leaders surpasses the average life expectancy within the country. Finally, Lithuania has taken legal action against Belarus at the International Court of Justice in the Hague, citing the migration crisis.