Vladimir Putin announced that Russia will conduct additional tests of its new Oreshnik missile in the battlefield, maintaining that it is ready for use against Ukraine. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky urged the international community to respond decisively, as North Korean troops are reportedly preparing to assist in the conflict. NATO and Western leaders reiterated their commitment to support Ukraine, despite Russia’s warnings and escalations, as concerns grow over emerging military cooperation between Moscow and Pyongyang.