Kyiv Heritage Under Fire: Russia’s overnight missile and drone barrage killed at least 11 in Ukraine and set the UNESCO-listed Kyiv Pechersk Lavra’s Dormition Cathedral ablaze, with Zelensky calling it among Russia’s worst crimes against Christian culture and reporting dozens of wounded. G7 Diplomacy Pressure: The strikes landed as Trump held separate calls with Putin and Zelensky ahead of the G7 in France, with Trump telling Putin an end to hostilities is “vital” and offering help to broker peace. EU Sanctions Push: EU officials moved to tighten restrictions tied to Russia’s war economy and illicit maritime networks, while Irish alumina exports to Russia drew new calls for curbs over alleged links to weapons production. UK Targets “Shadow Fleet”: Royal Marines and the National Crime Agency boarded the sanctioned tanker Smyrtos in the English Channel in the first UK-led operation of its kind, arresting an Indian crew member and holding the vessel off England while investigations continue. Turkey-Russia Talks: Turkish FM Hakan Fidan is set to visit Russia to discuss regional crises and reiterate support for renewed Ukraine diplomacy, including another round of talks hosted by Türkiye. Armenia Vote Fallout: Armenia’s election results were confirmed for Pashinyan’s Civil Contract, as the pro-Russian opposition challenged the outcome and accused violations. US-Iran Deal Ripples: A US-Iran framework agreement on ending hostilities and reopening the Strait of Hormuz boosted risk assets and reshaped the political backdrop for G7 discussions.