Drone footage shows the apparent execution of two Ukrainian prisoners of war by Russian soldiers near Novoivanovka in the Kursk region. The footage was verified by The New York Times and the Centre for Information Resilience.
A Ukrainian drone pilot who witnessed the event described feelings of rage and a desire for revenge.
The incident highlights concerns about alleged Russian war crimes and the potential lack of accountability. The article notes the US's apparent embrace of Russian talking points in its push for a ceasefire, leading to Ukrainian worries that these allegations may be ignored.
President Trump's stated desire to improve relations with Russia and potentially end or reduce US commitment to Ukraine further fuels Ukrainian anxieties.