Diplomacy Window: Zelensky tells CBS Russia has lost battlefield initiative since late 2025 and says Ukraine has a limited “window” for talks before winter, but only if international pressure rises—especially tougher sanctions, not easing. EU Migration Rules: EU capitals are debating whether to extend Temporary Protection while excluding men of conscription age for new arrivals, amid concerns about more military-age arrivals. Poland-Ukraine Historical Row: Poland’s president sparked backlash after Zelensky awarded an elite unit the honorary title “Heroes of the UPA,” reigniting disputes over UPA legacy and Polish wartime massacres. Defense Supply Certainty: Ukraine’s Defense Ministry says partner contributions to the US PURL program are sufficient to keep critical US weapons deliveries flowing. Maritime Sanctions Pressure: France says its navy boarded the sanctioned Russian-linked tanker Tagor in the Atlantic with UK support, as part of efforts to disrupt Russia’s shadow fleet. War Crimes Accountability Hit: Reuters reports US funding cuts are limiting travel and fieldwork for groups documenting Russian war crimes. Deep-Strike Energy War: Ukraine reports drone strikes on Russian oil infrastructure, including a major hit on the Saratov refinery, while denying claims tied to the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant. Regional Politics & Reconstruction: Kyiv mayor Klitschko says the 4th metro line will be pushed “as quickly as possible” after the war, with work continuing on the 3rd line extension.