U.S. Secretary of State Rubio said the U.S. stands ready at any time to provide assistance for peace in Ukraine.

Romanian leu hit record lows amid ongoing political turmoil, and the National Bank of Romania is expected to keep its benchmark rate at 6.5% — the highest in the EU. A poll showed all economists surveyed forecast the NBR will leave rates unchanged on Thursday. Policymakers have paused policy for more than two years despite recurring government instability, double‑digit inflation and an economic contraction. Romania is still trying to form a functioning government after the prior cabinet fell in May over measures to address one of the EU’s largest fiscal deficits; multiple coalition attempts have failed.

Kremlin spokesman Peskov said the exact timing of a planned phone call between Putin and Trump will be negotiated and the call will take place. Trump has said he plans to speak with Putin soon; Peskov added there is no delay and Moscow will notify once a time is agreed.