Ukrainian Drone Attacks Belgorod Region, Injures Civilians

Reza Valizadeh, a former journalist for RFE/RL and dual U.S.-Iranian citizen, has been arrested in Tehran on charges of cooperating with foreign media. His arrest comes amid a broader pattern of Iranian authorities targeting dual citizens, often using their detention to exert pressure on foreign governments. Meanwhile, in the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia, Kyiv faced a drone attack launched by Russian forces, prompting air raid alerts across the capital. Concurrently, Ukrainian drones struck targets in Russia's Belgorod region, injuring multiple civilians and damaging property. Regional officials reported ongoing drone attacks, with one incident specifically injuring a truck driver. The escalation of hostilities highlights the intensifying military confrontations between Ukraine and Russia.