Ukraine launched a devastating missile strike on a town in Russia's Kursk region, just 43 miles from a major nuclear power station. The attack reportedly involved the use of HIMARS missiles, which caused extensive damage to civilian infrastructure in Rylsk.

Moscow has intensified its attacks on Ukrainian forces battling to hold an enclave in Russia's Kursk region and increased pressure in Ukraine's eastern Donetsk region, Ukraine's top army commander said on Tuesday.