Ukraine war briefing: Trump ‘not really’ considering supplying Tomahawks

Turkish refineries are reducing their imports of Russian oil due to Western sanctions. Ukrainian special forces have been deployed in Pokrovsk to defend against a major Russian assault. Donald Trump stated he is not currently considering supplying Ukraine with Tomahawk cruise missiles, though he left the possibility open. Ukraine has been effectively using its own drones and missiles against Russian targets. A Ukrainian drone attack caused a fire at Russia’s Tuapse oil port, damaging ships and leading to airport closures. Turkey's STAR refinery is increasing purchases of non-Russian crude oil. Another major Turkish refiner, Tupras, is also moving away from Russian crude. The city of Pokrovsk is under intense attack, with Russia aiming to control the Donetsk region. Zelenskyy announced strengthened air defenses with German support. Russian attacks across Ukraine resulted in civilian casualties, power outages, and damage.