Alexander Browder, a 17-year-old British sixth form student, has made headlines as the first child sanctioned by the Kremlin due to his work on a database that tracks illegal cryptocurrency transactions, including those used by Russia to evade Western sanctions. The Russian foreign ministry announced the sanctions, citing Browder's involvement in spreading 'defamatory speculations' about Russian policies. In response, Browder expressed pride in the sanction, viewing it as a 'badge of honour' that indicates he is addressing significant issues. His father, Bill Browder, highlighted the unprecedented nature of Russia targeting a high school student with sanctions. Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has called for a direct meeting with Vladimir Putin, urging an end to the ongoing war and hinting at potential unrest within Russia as public dissatisfaction grows. Zelensky emphasized the heavy toll on Russian soldiers and suggested that historical precedents indicate that when the Russian populace grows weary, change is inevitable.