Russian forces strike Odesa infrastructure as NATO plans arms boost

Russian forces attacked energy and civilian infrastructure in Odesa region's Vylkivska community on June 26, causing a fire and injuries. In Donetsk, Operational Command "East" confirmed Russian infiltration attempts in Kostiantynivka, though its commander denied the city was encircled. Earlier reports to Громадське indicated over 100 Russians had penetrated. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte reiterated plans for alliance members to significantly boost arms production, with new contracts expected at the July 5-7 summit, sending a message to Russia: "We know what you are doing, and we are better at it." Separately, Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps reportedly attacked a Singapore-flagged commercial vessel in the Strait of Hormuz on June 25, which UKMTO reported was struck by an "unknown" object near the Omani coast. Kyiv also experienced evening explosions on June 25, with air defense active following a ballistic missile threat. Sources: Громадське, Українська правда