Ukraine Strikes Russian-Linked Tanker 2000km Away; Putin Vows Revenge

• Ukraine launched a drone attack on a Russian-linked oil tanker near Libya, 2000 km from its borders, marking its biggest attack to date.
• The attack targeted Russia's "shadow fleet," used to circumvent sanctions and fund the war, prompting Putin to vow revenge.
• Ukrainian President Zelenskyy warned that if Ukraine falls, Russia's next target could be Poland, urging unity and cooperation.
• The US is opening a separate front against Russia via Venezuela, tightening oil trade sanctions, while Russia is already bogged down in Ukraine.
• Ukraine is also engaging in peace talks with US and European officials, discussing security guarantees and reconstruction amidst US pressure for regional agreements.

Why It Matters: Ukraine's deep-strike on a Russian-linked tanker escalates the conflict, drawing Putin's ire and expanding war fronts.