EU Funding Clarity: The European Commission says there’s no funding gap for Ukraine’s budget and defense needs through end-2026, pointing to identified sources under the €45bn Ukraine Support Loan. Reconstruction & Energy: Switzerland approved CHF135m (about $162m) for eight reconstruction projects by Swiss firms, focused on energy, public transport and water. Reconstruction Finance: The US-Ukraine Reconstruction Fund backed three new projects with over $60m, aiming to pull in up to $1bn from private investors in energy, critical minerals and dual-use tech. Kyiv Under Pressure: Russia’s strikes again disrupted Kyiv river crossings, forcing partial closures and traffic chaos, while Zelenskyy alleges Putin ordered troops to drop airstrike restrictions. Defense Industry Push: Ukraine says it will produce up to 400 interceptor drones by month-end and used the domestically made FP-7 ballistic missile in combat for the first time. Business Impact: A survey finds 87% of Ukrainian companies are hit by logistics strikes, mainly through higher costs. Healthcare Stakes: An expert warns Ukraine’s Medical Guarantees Program could gradually crowd out private clinics. Sanctions & Shadow Fleets: Japan expanded sanctions on Russia’s shadow fleet and military-industrial firms, while Japan also tightened rules on payments tied to designated entities. Policy Debate: Rada budget chair proposes scrapping National Cashback in the 2027 budget. Logistics Infrastructure: EBRD is preparing a road project to ease export bottlenecks and is also investing in rail and energy working capital. Pharma Rumors: The health ministry says pharmacy shortages rumors are tied to a temporary thyroid medication issue. Trade & Markets: Türkiye-Ukraine free trade pact takes effect, targeting $10bn in bilateral trade.