Ukrainian FP-7 Missile: Zelensky says Ukraine used its domestically built FP-7 tactical ballistic missile in combat for the first time, with production planned to scale. Drone-Driven Winter Threat: Reports say Russia has fielded “Shahed with whiskers” drones using a shaped-charge cutting warhead aimed at destroying high-voltage power infrastructure. Air Defense & Training: The U.S. Army conducted live-fire gunnery with SGT STOUT maneuver short-range air defense vehicles in Germany to boost counter-drone readiness for mobile units. EU Defense Tech Funding: Ukraine’s participation in the European Defence Fund was formalized via a signed law, opening the door for Ukrainian entities to join joint defense R&D and production projects. UAV Operator Competition: Ukraine held the secret Wild Drones military sports event in Bukovyna, testing FPV, heavy bomber, and quadcopter skills under strict security. Reconstruction & Critical Tech: The U.S.-Ukraine Reconstruction Fund approved three projects, pledging over $60M toward energy, critical minerals, and dual-use technologies. Logistics Pressure on Business: A survey finds 87% of Ukrainian companies feel negative impacts from Russian logistics strikes, mainly through higher costs. Science Under Attack: Multiple reports describe Russian drone strikes hitting Kyiv’s National Academy of Sciences and related facilities, with casualties and major damage reported.