Russia evacuates residents as Ukraine targets munitions facility for second time

Evacuations are taking place in the Russian town of Kotovo after Ukraine targeted munitions facilities in the area for the second time in two days. Local authorities reported that residents were moved to "safe places." The strikes follow a recent $275 million military aid package from the U.S. to Ukraine, which includes long-range ATACMS missiles. This development is viewed as an escalation in the conflict by Russian officials. In response, Russia has increased its military recruitment, adding 50,000 new troops, including 10,000 from North Korea. This effort aims to maintain control over territory gained during the ongoing war.