The European Union has officially adopted sanctions against several violent Israeli settlers and extremist organizations in the West Bank. This move, targeting individuals and groups accused of human rights abuses against Palestinians, has drawn strong condemnation from the Israeli government.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has signaled his readiness for peace negotiations on Ukraine, with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy confirming these signals. Putin also proposed former German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder as a potential mediator, a suggestion that was subsequently rejected by Germany.