Ukraine's recent airstrikes on Russian fuel and energy sites have caused significant disruptions, particularly affecting supplies in Crimea. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov acknowledged that there are 'certain problems' with fuel supplies, attributing some of the issues to panic-buying. Ukrainian forces targeted the Semykolodezkaya oil plant, which stores fuel for the Russian military, and struck oil depots in Crimea, leading to fires and further complications in logistics. Concurrently, Russian military actions in Ukraine resulted in multiple fatalities, including three deaths in the Kharkiv region due to strikes on Chuguiv. Additionally, drone attacks in Zaporizhzhia and Dnipropetrovsk resulted in injuries and fatalities among civilians, including children. The conflict continues to escalate, with both sides suffering losses and the regional security situation remaining precarious. The European Union is also preparing new sanctions against Russia, targeting its military capabilities and human rights violations, with estimates suggesting that previous sanctions have cost Russia between $1.2 trillion and $1.5 trillion. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed optimism regarding diplomatic talks with US representatives, emphasizing the need for active engagement to resolve the conflict.