Russia has heightened its accusations against the West, holding the United States responsible for Ukraine's alleged use of US-supplied weaponry against civilians and blaming France for exacerbating tensions across Europe. Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokeswoman Maria Zakharova criticized the US for permitting Ukraine to utilize US-provided weapons against Russia, describing it as an admission of responsibility for the deaths in the Belgorod region. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken confirmed President Biden's authorization for Ukraine to defend its Kharkiv region using US weapons, but prohibited firing them deeper into Russia. Zakharova claimed that the alleged strikes in the Belgorod region resulted in casualties, referencing the use of HIMARS rockets as evidence, yet no concrete proof was presented. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov accused French President Macron of escalating tensions in Europe by pledging military support to Ukraine, a move deemed provocative by Russia. President Putin cautioned against further Western involvement in the Ukraine conflict, suggesting potential military actions if arms supplied by other countries were used against Russia. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy expressed gratitude for France's support and cautioned about the escalation of Russian aggression beyond Ukraine's borders. Amid ongoing conflict, Ukraine reported drone attacks by Russian forces, resulting in damages in Kyiv and other regions, with casualties and injuries on both sides. Zelenskyy highlighted Europe's vulnerability to Russian aggression, urging a united response to bring a peaceful resolution to the conflict.