Exclusives

Ukraine’s first motorcycle unit is here—but the cost is too high. Moscow sends motorcycle troops into deadly assaults. Now Kyiv is copying the tactic—without the manpower to sustain it.

Drones rack up 70% of troop losses in the Ukraine war — and AI’s killing spree will make it worse. Russia’s war turned Ukraine into ground zero for next-gen warfare, rendering the world’s top weapons obsolete—and positioning Kyiv as the West’s only ally fast enough to match China’s breakneck innovation.

A Russian drone flew into Ukraine’s “hidden” Krab gun — and exposed a billion-dollar flaw in artillery design. A Russian drone slipped into a camouflaged dugout and destroyed a Krab howitzer. The real damage? A warning to every army still betting on heavy artillery.

Military

UK intel: North Korea sent 11,000 troops to help Russia in Kursk—over half never came back. Kim Jong-un sent troops to back Putin in Kursk. UK intel says over 6,000 didn’t return.

Ukrainian drones just hit Russian factory making Shahed UAVs—1,000+ km from the front line. Ukraine struck a drone factory in Yelabuga, Tatarstan, tied to the Shahed UAVs used in near-daily attacks on Ukrainian cities.

Frontline report: French Hammer bombs enable Ukraine to eliminate Russian commanders. While Ukrainian precision strikes devastate Russian leadership, Paris pledges all 1,200 bombs manufactured this year to Ukraine.

Ukrainian spies sabotage Russia’s Kaliningrad power station — cut power to military facilities. “Russian assets involved in the war against Ukraine will burn, sink and be destroyed regardless of protection level or location,” one Ukrainian intelligence source said.

Putin calls to congratulate Trump on his birthday — then launches hypersonic missiles on small Ukrainian city in one of largest attacks of war. As congratulatory words were exchanged, Kremenchuk faced its fiercest bombardment since the war began.

International

The Telegraph: US cuts Ukraine aid, Europe still figuring out what “step up” means — and Kyiv goes DIY. With aid drying up and promises unkept, Ukraine is arming itself — because no one else is.

Iran’s strike on Israel kills five Ukrainians, including children, Kyiv says. Iranian missile hits apartment building in Bat Yam amid nationwide strike that kills at least 10.

FT: Russia just hit Boeing’s office in Kyiv—after 300+ US companies in Ukraine lost staff or had offices destroyed. Boeing’s Kyiv office was hit in a Russian air assault on 9 June, adding to the toll on US firms—nearly half have seen damage, and a third have lost staff.

Israel’s attack on Iran’s nuclear sites drives oil prices up by $ 10 per barrel, empowering Putin’s war efforts. As tensions flare in the Middle East, soaring oil prices risk pouring billions into Russia’s coffers, prolonging the war in Ukraine.

Political and legal developments

US Flag Day post features Russian tricolor — it is believed to be an optical illusion. The image actually has white and red stripes against a blue background, which creates an illusion of a Russian flag.

Putin “very nicely” wished Trump Happy Birthday over phone. They discussed Iran-Israel, Ukraine deferred. Putin told Trump that the Israel-Iran conflict should end, prompting the US leader to respond that “his war in Ukraine should also come to an end.”

Trump holds first major military parade in decades as No Kings protests sweep nation. The Army’s 250th anniversary parade cost up to $45 million, with 60% of Americans saying the event wasted government funds.

No Kings protests: Millions oppose Trump across US on his birthday as he attends military parade. Americans in hundreds of cities united on 14 June to reject “billionaire-first politics” and what they term presidential authoritarianism, staging “No Kings” demonstrations aimed at defending democracy against what organizers called Trump’s unprecedented abuse of power.

Trump hates California because its liberalism represents everything he opposes, says expert. Meanwhile, tensions are rising as Democrats were killed in targeted attacks in Minnesota.

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Exclusive

Drones rack up 70% of troop losses in the Ukraine war — and AI’s killing spree will make it worse. Russia’s war turned Ukraine into ground zero for next-gen warfare, rendering the world’s top weapons obsolete—and positioning Kyiv as the West’s only ally fast enough to match China’s breakneck innovation.

A Russian drone flew into Ukraine’s “hidden” Krab gun — and exposed a billion-dollar flaw in artillery design. A Russian drone slipped into a camouflaged dugout and destroyed a Krab howitzer. The real damage? A warning to every army still betting on heavy artillery.

How AI goes to war: 5 military tech innovations. 5 groundbreaking AI technologies already in service or entering operational use, showcasing examples of how science fiction is quickly becoming military reality

Russia replaces Soviet howitzers with North Korean clones—Ukraine builds drone wall. Russia is rapidly losing 2S7 howitzers and replacing them with North Korean M1989s, as Ukrainian drones work to locate and destroy both.

Military

Moscow’s crashed Su-25 attack jet may have been downed by another Russian plane in eastern Ukraine. Close launch of unguided rockets from a wingman may have triggered a mid-air accident in Donetsk Oblast.

Frontline report: Kupiansk front turns into mass execution zone as Russian soldiers murder their commanders, steal trucks, and vanish. Not Ukraine. Not NATO. Russia is now at the war with itself after Kyiv takes out over 1 million troops.

Frontline report: Ukraine is deconstructing Russia’s drone factories—with fire and steel. Russia is building over 4,000 drones a month. Ukraine is blowing up the factories behind it.

Two Russian explosives production-linked plants go up in flames after drone strikes (video). Shared videos reveal damage, drone activity, and fires at Nevinnomysk and Novokuybyshevsk facilities. Ukraine’s General Staff confirmed the attacks.

IRIS-T breaks Ukrainian unit’s record in debut air defense operation, protecting Lviv. Armed with the German-made IRIS-T for the first time, the unit intercepted seven Russian missiles in one battle, outperforming its past best of five set with the S-300.

Russians in Crimea pack up as relentless sound of air alerts and sight of tanks become their new reality. Contaminated nature and crumbling services push the Russians to cut losses and escape.

Intelligence and technology

Another wave of steel heads for Ukraine — this time, from Estonia. Tallinn’s latest weapon delivery speaks loudly — more shells for a war with no pause.

Ukraine confirms Sapsan ballistic missile project advancing to serial production. The missile reportedly reached 5.2 Mach during 2024 tests, surpassing ATACMS velocity.

ISW: Russia wants to modernize army for long war with Ukraine and possible NATO confrontation. Moscow’s 2027-2036 rearmament program focuses on upgrading air defense, AI integration, and space capabilities.

International

“Maybe that’s karma”: Years after Iran downed Ukrainian plane, killing 176 people, its drone factories now burn under Israeli fire — and Kyiv is watching. Israel’s strikes could dismantle the very weapons Moscow uses to bomb Ukrainian towns.

Hodges: Ukraine’s Operation Spiderweb and Israel’s Rising Lion strikes show that distrust in US is growing. Israel follows Ukraine’s playbook to disable enemy infrastructure, without warning Washington.

Zelenskyy: Trump holds key to stopping Putin’s war machine—and Russia’s Iran gamble. A stark warning from Kyiv’s leader—hesitation risks a regional explosion and prolongs the bloodshed in Ukraine.

Russia’s warm conversations with US are ploy to dodge sanctions, not end the war, says Zelenskyy. America must show strength, the Ukrainian leader urges, warning that any pause in pressure only encourages further Russian aggression.

One of Baltic states may become next testing ground for NATO’s Article 5 — and Russia’s ruthless ambition. Beneath the surface, hidden networks of spies and agitators plot in silence — all under Moscow’s command.

Barrels of blood: Israeli strikes on Iran unleash surge of cash for Russia’s war machine. Every dollar from soaring oil prices arms Russian soldiers on Ukraine’s frontline.

Bloomberg: US blocks EU and UK push to cut Russian oil price cap to $45. Washington’s stance may complicate European efforts to target Russia’s oil revenues.

Russia invests in African education and cultural events to shape long-term pro-Moscow influence. Ukrainian intelligence describes this effort as aimed at creating African leaders “loyal to the Kremlin.”

Humanitarian and social impact

Ukraine begins long work of identification bodies of fallen soldiers returned from Russia. Ukraine receives 1,200 more fallen soldiers’ bodies under Istanbul agreement. Forensic teams begin identification process to return dignity to defenders.

Ukraine conducts fourth POW swap in a week, returns defenders held since 2022. The latest group includes wounded and ill personnel captured during major battles.

“Everything is gone”: Russian drones destroy humanitarian warehouse in Zaporizhzhia, injuring three. Other Russian attacks killed one civilian and injured several others in Kherson and Donetsk oblasts, as Moscow continues targeting populated areas.

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Exclusive

Ukraine and Russia are burning through Soviet howitzers—but Putin has Kim Jong Un’s number. The 2S7 howitzers are dying. North Korea is making the clones.

Israel hit Iran — Iran launched drones. Now we know why the US took Ukraine’s anti-drone defenses. Days before Israel bombed Iran, the US redirected 20,000 anti-drone rockets originally bound for Ukraine to the Middle East.

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Military

Russian airstrikes intensify on Ukrainian second defensive line northeast of Pokrovsk. Satellite analysis shows nearly 1,000 recent strikes between Pokrovsk and Kostiantynivka in Donetsk Oblast.

WSJ: Russia wants the West to believe it’s winning in Ukraine. Kremlin advances are meant to manipulate political will.

Putin counting on US fatigue to win what his army cannot, WP op-ed argues. Data shows Moscow’s territorial advances are minimal compared to its colossal losses.

Russian bombers flee to Far East after operation Spiderweb attack. Tu-95 will now need 23 hours for Ukraine missile missions. Moscow moved aircraft to Anadyr and Yelizovo, even further from Ukrainian borders.

Israel eliminates Iranian commander, who helped Russia to kill hundreds of Ukrainians with kamikadze drones. Israel confirmed killing Brigadier General Amir Ali Hajizadeh, the Iranian commander who personally orchestrated drone shipments that have terrorized Ukrainian cities for years.

Israel employs drone tactics used in Ukraine’s Operation Spiderweb to turn Iran’s nuclear dreams to ashes. The strikes hit uranium enrichment facilities in Natanz and Fordow.

Intelligence and technology

Czechia unveils its largest ammo push yet to sustain Ukraine’s fight through 2026. Eighteen nations, one initiative, and millions of ammunition rounds.

Ukraine new ballistic system “Sapsan” is faster than US-made ATACMS. Ukraine’s missile shield is becoming a real force. The country is moving from testing to mass production of supersonic weapons.

From India to Egypt: Leak reveals scope of sanctioned JSC Russian Helicopters’ international network. InformNapalm reveals extensive foreign links in major defense data breach.

German Defense minister: Germany not considering to provide Ukraine with long-range Taurus missiles. Boris Pistorius, however, said that Berlin allocates €9 billion for Ukraine military aid that will support long-range weapons production.

International

Middle East nuclear crisis may drown out Ukraine and enrich Russia. Oil prices spike, Western focus drifts — and the Kremlin cashes in.

Missiles over Tehran, silence over Kyiv: Israel-Iran war threatens to eclipse Ukraine. A new war steals the world’s focus — and possibly its aid. As Israel hammers Iran’s nuclear sites, Ukraine watches nervously, fearing that its fight for survival may be ignored.

EU votes to shelter four million Ukrainians fleeing Putin’s escalating bombing campaign until 2027. After Moscow launched its one of the largest air assault on Kyiv since 2022, the European Union extended temporary protection for Ukrainian refugees by another full year.

Israel’s attack on Iran may have revived Moscow’s oil revenues for war. In April, Russia’s Urals crude was priced at just $50, dragging the country far from its budgeted $70 mark. Now, the price has already risen to $65.

Destruction of Iran’s nuclear program means Trump has no reason to offer Putin concessions on Ukraine in exchange for Tehran’s pressure, says expert. Failed diplomatic efforts to halt Iran’s uranium enrichment gave way to precision strikes that eliminated nuclear scientists and IRGC commanders.

Russia may bring war to NATO’s doorstep and further if Europe abandons Moldova and Ukraine, says Zelenskyy. The Ukrainian leader says that without strong measures Russia could reach Romania’s frontier.

EU names Ylva Johansson as special envoy for Ukrainian refugees, Politico sources say. New long-term strategy includes integration help and return programs.

Humanitarian and social impact

Russia shatters 50,000 windows in Kharkiv as aid for recovery dries up. While the West debates over support and peace talks, locals and volunteers help services in the city to clean up streets from rubble every day and deliver lunch to rescuers.

Ukraine returns bodies of fallen soldiers from Russia under Istanbul deal, which fails to bring peace. Ukraine has brought home 1,200 fallen soldiers. Meanwhile, Russia says it is ready to fight forever.

Victim of Russia’s strike on Kharkiv sings Ukraine’s anthem from beneath concrete that could have silenced him forever. Even as buildings crumbled and bodies burned, Ukraine’s anthem still rose from the ruins in a proof that some things cannot be destroyed by Russian terror.

Sixth body found after Russia’s 7 June drone and missile strike on Kharkiv. The final victim was retrieved from rubble at a civilian facility, where the workers were trapped when a civilian enterprise was hit.

US research program tracking deported Ukrainian children hopes for rescue facing shutdown after Trump funding cuts. The Ukraine Conflict Observatory, launched by Yale University’s Humanitarian Research Lab in May 2022, created a database of over 30,000 Ukrainian children reportedly abducted by Russian forces across 100 sites.

Political and legal developments

Trump again blames both Ukraine and Russia for failing to reach a peace deal. He lamented Russia’s missile strikes, called the war a “blood bath,” and again switched to blaming Biden.

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Exclusives

Russia doesn’t use tanks often anymore — this disaster shows why. Russia’s tanks hid behind smoke near Siversk — Ukraine’s drones proved the trick is dead.

Top 5 Russian helicopters captured or destroyed in Ukraine (2022–2025).

Russia’s new V2U AI drone hunts Ukraine’s best weapons—so far, it is unjammable. With redundant navigation and AI targeting, Russia’s 1.2-m V2U attack drone can fly and attack without human help.

Military

“The Russians are, mildly speaking, not that successful” in their new offensive, Zelenskyy says. Ukraine’s President also noted that Putin lies to Trump and fakes peace talks to dodge sanctions.

Ukrainian airstrike levels Russian military facility in Kursk Oblast (video). Four precision bombs completely demolished the building and a nearby ammunition storage.

Russia loses one million soldiers: Moscow’s casualties reach seven figures, Ukraine says. The announcement of the General Staff of Ukraine’s army coincides with the so-called Day of Russia.

As of 12 JUN 2025, the approximate losses of weapons and military equipment of the Russian Armed Forces from the beginning of the invasion to the present day:

• • • Personnel: 1000340 (+1140)
    • Tanks: 10933 (+6)
    • APV: 22786 (+3)
    • Artillery systems: 29063 (+47)
    • MLRS: 1413
    • Anti-aircraft systems: 1184
    • Aircraft: 416
    • Helicopters: 337
    • UAV: 40435 (+138)
    • Cruise missiles : 3337
    • Warships/boats: 28
    • Submarines: 1
    • Vehicles and fuel tanks: 51715 (+136)

Intelligence and technology

Saab and Helsing held showdown between AI and real pilot amid Russia’s threat. The primary emphasis continues to be on beyond-visual-range engagements, which the company highlights as the most vital element of air combat., a fact underscored by Russia’s war against Ukraine.

Hegseth confirms US diverted Ukraine’s anti-drone systems to Middle East. The US defense secretary claimed US troop protection and urgent threats as reasons behind the move.

Three years ago, Russia first struck Ukraine with weapons that backfired, burning its fleet and changing military history. What began as Russia’s technological terror campaign has evolved into Ukraine’s mastery of a new warfare paradigm.

International

German Defense minister: Germany not considering to provide Ukraine with long-range Taurus missiles. Boris Pistorius, however, said that Berlin allocates €9 billion for Ukraine military aid that will support long-range weapons production.

Canada has yet to deliver confiscated assault rifles to Ukrainian defenders promised last year. Ukraine’s soldiers face a fierce new summer offensive. Canada holds the weapons that could help.

Frontline report: Sweden to confront Russia’s shadow fleet in Baltic—100 Gripens on alert. Sweden will begin inspecting Russian shadow fleet tankers on 1 July, with its air force and navy standing by.

Czech president: Russia in “continuous war” with West as NATO eyes 5% spending target. Seven years to prepare for what’s already underway.

“I did not betray Russia,” says Serbia’s pro-Russian President Vučić after abstaining from signing Odesa summit declaration. The Serbian leader claims Serbia remains neutral, supports Ukraine—but not at Russia’s expense.

Humanitarian and social impact

US research program tracking deported Ukrainian children hopes for rescue facing shutdown after Trump funding cuts. The Ukraine Conflict Observatory, launched by Yale University’s Humanitarian Research Lab in May 2022, created a database of over 30,000 Ukrainian children reportedly abducted by Russian forces across 100 sites.

UN: Ukrainian civilian casualties from Russian attacks in 2025 up 50% compared to last year. “Hours-long nightly attacks with hundreds of weapons sow fear among families who spend their nights in bomb shelters, listening to the sounds of drones flying overhead,” said head of the UN mission.

New major Russia-Ukraine prisoner swap prioritizes ill, wounded soldiers over numbers. The freed defenders include Mariupol veterans held for over three years and those who were considered missing in action.

Kharkiv hit again: Russian drones damage homes. Russian strikes injured 16 civilians in Kharkiv Oblast, killed two in eastern Ukraine, damaged infrastructure in Odesa Oblast.

Russia recruits elderly in covert sabotage campaign across Ukraine and Europe. Across Ukraine and Europe, Russian intelligence is manipulating the vulnerable, pensioners and minors into carrying out sabotage.

Political and legal developments

Russia simply lying to Trump, Zelenskyy says. The Ukrainian president said most world leaders understand this deception and urged America to respond wisely.

Trump diplomacy’s new low: Rubio congratulates Russians on Russia Day. Polls show that 3/4 of Russians support Moscow’s ongoing colonial war in Ukraine, while Russian “opposition” often repeats the Kremlin’s talking points.

Russia Day greetings from US are “reward for aggression,” Ukraine foreign minister says. Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha cited his recent visit to Kherson, located 13 km (8 miles) from fighting, where he observed “Russian terror” and children attending classes underground.

New developments

Putin’s allies predict US collapse amid Los Angeles protests, advise Trump to use force. The same Russian official who helped dismantle his nation’s democratic institutions now says America may disintegrate.

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Exclusives

5 Russian Helicopters Captured or Destroyed in Ukraine (2022–2025).

Russia’s new V2U AI drone hunts Ukraine’s best weapons—so far, it is unjammable. With redundant navigation and AI targeting, Russia’s 1.2-m V2U attack drone can fly and attack without human help.

“Bakhmut wasn’t the darkest”: Ukrainian medic exposes Russia’s deadlier strategy from the war’s new hell. As the world debates peace, Mykhailo Malinovskyi’s combat diary exposes the brutal truth: the Ukraine war everyone knew is over, replacing Bakhmut’s past hell with “one chance in a hundred.”

Putin’s hackers had priorities: First the hookers, then maybe Ukraine — leaked chats reveal. Putin’s plan for Ukraine included tanks on the ground and hackers in the network. The tanks rolled in. The Insider reveals why the hackers didn’t.

Surprisingly, Russian soldiers used scissors to down a Ukrainian fiber-optic drone — but Kyiv also knows a trick or two. The latest Russian defense against Ukraine’s best fiber-optic drones is a pair of scissors. It actually works! But there’s no way the Russians can deploy it very widely.

Military

Three civilians killed and nine children wounded as Russia hits residential areas in Kharkiv. Russia launched 85 drones and one missile at Ukraine on the night of 11 June, with Ukraine intercepting 49 targets.

Russia’s drones now dive-bomb from 5,000 meters, Kharkiv official warns after deadly attack. Fifteen drones struck the eastern Ukrainian city overnight using a new high-altitude dive tactic, killing four and injuring dozens.

Ukraine confirms striking Russian gunpowder plant, ammo depot, and airfield in bold drone raid. Kyiv says its drones struck Russian military sites in three regions overnight on 11 June.

Ukrainian drones strike major Russian gunpowder factory producing explosives for military. The Tambov Gunpowder Factory manufactures gunpowders for hand grenades, artillery shells, and grenade launcher ammunition.

Intelligence and technology

Defense Express: Russia’s new jet-powered Shahed drone hits Kyiv for the first time — 3X faster than earlier models. Russia’s Geran-3 — its jet-powered version of the Iranian Shahed drone — reaches speeds of up to 600 km/h.

German intelligence has evidence Moscow plans to test NATO’s Article 5 defense pact. Bruno Kahl, head of Germany’s Federal Intelligence Service, revealed intelligence showing Russia views its current war as part of a broader strategy, warning that Moscow seeks to “push NATO back to the 1990s borders” and remove American military presence from Europe.

Frontline report: Ukraine cripples Russian weapons production with strikes on microchip plants. The destruction of five key electronics plants forces Russia’s defense industry toward lower-tech alternatives, with its strategic bomber fleet facing potential collapse.

Telegram messenger’s backend tied to Russian contractor linked to FSB, investigation finds. OCCRP connects infrastructure owner to GlavNIVTS and FSB operations. Even end-to-end chats can be monitored through IP tracking.

International

Trump diplomacy’s new low: Rubio congratulates Russians on Russia Day. Polls show that 3/4 of Russians support Moscow’s ongoing colonial war in Ukraine, while Russian “opposition” often repeats the Kremlin’s talking points.

Russian military aircraft suspected of violating Finnish airspace amid border military buildup concerns. Finland’s diplomatic response includes summoning Moscow’s representative for the second time in a month, after a previous incident in late May prompted officials to deliver a formal diplomatic note.

Humanitarian and social impact

Russia gave Ukraine over 1,200 dead soldiers — first phase of 6,000-body exchange. After 2 June talks in Istanbul, Russia and Ukraine began a large-scale exchange of fallen soldiers.

NYT: Russia tortures American teacher due to his nationality. He was accused of allegedly fighting for Ukraine. Former Ukrainian prisoners of war reported that 73-year-old Stephen Hubbard was subjected to beatings, forced standing, and medical neglect as punishment for his American citizenship during his three-year detention in Russia’s prison system.

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Exclusives

“Bakhmut wasn’t the darkest”: Ukrainian medic exposes Russia’s deadlier strategy from the war’s new hell. As the world debates peace, Mykhailo Malinovskyi’s combat diary exposes the brutal truth: the Ukraine war everyone knew is over, replacing Bakhmut’s past hell with “one chance in a hundred.”

Putin’s hackers had priorities: First the hookers, then maybe Ukraine — leaked chats reveal. Putin’s plan for Ukraine included tanks on the ground and hackers in the network. The tanks rolled in. The Insider reveals why the hackers didn’t.

Surprisingly, Russian soldiers used scissors to down a Ukrainian fiber-optic drone — but Kyiv also knows a trick or two. The latest Russian defense against Ukraine’s best fiber-optic drones is a pair of scissors. It actually works! But there’s no way the Russians can deploy it very widely.

“Retaliation” headlines are a gift to the Kremlin—and a betrayal of Ukraine. Three years of systematic slaughter doesn’t become “retaliation” because Ukraine finally fought back.

Military

Frontline report: Russia faces oil price collapse as OPEC+ hikes production again. With Urals crude at its lowest since 2023, Moscow’s budget faces major damage.

ISW: Russian forces advance to Dnipropetrovsk Oblast border. The Russian officials are “likely setting information conditions to illegally declare Dnipropetrovsk Oblast annexed.”

Ukrainian drones target drone-producing Tatarstan in Russia. Meanwhile, Russia imposes new fines and censorship policies, aiming to prevent public access to evidence contradicting official interception claims.

Five-year window: NATO chief warns Russia could strike alliance members by 2030. Russia could launch military operations against NATO states before 2030 without fully restoring its pre-2022 force levels, the Institute for the Study of War confirmed.

Intelligence and technology

Norway transfers over twice the number of F-16s promised to Ukraine. Norway’s arms report indicates eight more aircraft than declared.

Ukrainian jamming drone downs Russian Molniya-2 without a shot (video). The method allows re-using of the interceptor against cheap mass-produced Russian drones, crucial in the ongoing drone arms race.

Ukraine’s Lyut’ Brigade deploys Spanish BMR M-600 armored vehicles. A military Telegram account revealed a rare look at new equipment in use.

US sending 20,000 Ukraine-bound anti-drone missiles to Middle East, Zelenskyy says. The transfer to Ukraine was reportedly previously approved by the Biden administration.

Half of North Korea’s first missile shipment to Russia exploded in mid-air — now they strike Ukrainian targets with deadly precision. Russia desperately needs missiles. North Korea hungers for forbidden technology.

Russia just gave North Korea the blueprint for Iran’s long-range killer drones, Ukraine’s spy chief says. Ukrainian intelligence chief Budanov confirms Pyongyang will soon make its own Shaheds with Moscow’s full backing.

International

Israel says it didn’t send Patriots to Ukraine, denying its envoy’s claim. Ambassador Brodsky claimed Israel provided Ukraine with military aid, allegedly including the Patriot air defense systems.

Peace talks or war? Russia may choose both to avoid Western sanctions. Sergey Lavrov pulled back the curtain on Russia’s twisted diplomatic strategy: keep talking and keep fighting,

EU to drop roaming fees for Ukraine and Moldova starting 2026. For the first time, the EU has opened access to “Roaming Like at Home” to non-member candidates.

Only 40% of Russian capacity under sanctions, EU must step up, Lithuania says. The Lithuanian foreign minister says the EU has more work to do on sanctioning Russia’s economy.

Ukraine says Russia ignoring ceasefire proposal, giving only ultimatums and escalating attacks. After proposing a ceasefire and humanitarian steps recently in Istanbul, Kyiv says Russia stayed silent.

Humanitarian and social impact

From hell to healing: Ukraine starts POW return under Istanbul agreement. After years in Russian captivity, Ukraine’s most gravely injured defenders are finally coming home.

Doctor’s desperate act: Breaking medical ethics to show world Russia’s torture of Ukrainian POWs. Unable to stay silent while examining the tortured body of a Ukrainian hero, he made a choice that violated patient privacy but served a higher truth.

Russia kills woman in Kyiv in one of worst air attacks on city, strikes maternity hospital in Odesa. Among Russia’s targets were three hospitals, residential houses, businesses, a former consulate, and a stadium. Two more people were killed in Odesa.

Body recovered in Kharkiv after Russia’s 7 June attack, five still missing. Rescuers continue searching the rubble of a bombed enterprise in Kyivskyi District.

Injured teen dies a week after Russian attack on Sumy. A 17-year-old boy, injured during the 3 June strike, has passed away in hospital, becoming the sixth to perish from the rocket strike, local officials say.

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Exclusive

“Retaliation” headlines are a gift to the Kremlin—and a betrayal of Ukraine. Three years of systematic slaughter doesn’t become “retaliation” because Ukraine finally fought back.

“I will crawl but get him on his feet”: Devoted father doesn’t leave son’s bedside for years. Son was paralyzed defending Ukraine. From an unresponsive soldier with bilateral skull fractures who couldn’t move, speak, or recognize anyone in 2022, Vitalii Shumey has transformed into a man who now jokes with nurses, asks about his nephew, remembers the past, and lifts his head independently.

“I was not fierce enough”: Georgian activist’s brutal confession as democracy collapses. She saw the red flags, trained the people now dismantling democracy—and stayed silent too long.

Military

Russia’s nuclear shield is cracking — and it’s Moscow pulling trigger. By using strategic bombers and dual-use missiles in its war on Ukraine, Russia has turned its nuclear delivery systems into legitimate targets — and Ukraine is hitting them with precision.

Russia loses 28,900 artillery pieces — yet still floods Sumy borders with largest number of miliatary equipment in six months. Trains packed with weapons and troops thunder toward Kursk Oblast. Ukraine braces for a brutal fight to keep its city of Sumy alive.

Ukraine’s drones sneak 940 km inside Russia to target Shahed “brain” factory. Two UAVs crash into Russia’s VNIIR-Progress plant, igniting explosions that rattle the city.

Ukraine reportedly destroys MiG-31 carrier that can launch 500 kg hypersonic Kinzhals. The aircraft carries nuclear and conventional warheads at impossible Mach 10-12 speeds.

Dozens of Russian drones target Rivne in “most extensive” regional attack, one injured. Ukraine endured a six-hour air raid alert as Russian forces launched cruise missiles, ballistic missiles, and Shahed drones from multiple directions, striking targets in Rivne Oblast and damaging buildings in Kyiv and Kyiv Oblast.

Ukrainian drones strike Russian defense plant 1,000km from border. Ukrainian unmanned aircraft reached the Chuvash Republic, over 1,000 kilometers from the border, striking a defense contractor that supplies electronic warfare countermeasures to Russian forces.

Frontline report: Ukraine crippled Russia’s bombers. Now the crown jewel of Putin’s nuclear arsenal may be next. Russia’s nuclear submarines are over 6,000 km from Ukraine — but that might not be far enough.

Ukraine’s General Staff confirms hitting Russian drone parts factory 1,000 km from border. Ukraine struck a Russian military factory 1,000 kilometers from the border that makes drone antennas, forcing the plant to shut down operations.

Intelligence and technology

Ukraine’s new ballistic missiles may have already hit battlefield, destroying Russian command posts. During the Soviet era, Ukraine was a major center for the design and production of ballistic missiles. The key enterprise was Pivdenmash, located in Dnipro.

Russia outguns NATO, producing more ammunition in three months than Alliance makes in year. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte reveals a staggering arms race, urging urgent steps to bolster air and missile defenses ahead of looming threats.

Ukraine already redefined modern warfare with Operation Spiderweb — now it’s planning next revolution with new weapons. Lighter than cruise missiles, deadlier than drones.

Israeli Patriots once guarded Tel Aviv — now they’re knocking Russia’s hypersonic Kinzhals out of Ukraine’s skies. Despite past assessments, Israel quietly delivers Patriot systems to Ukraine.

Russia’s V2U drone uses AI for autonomous strikes in Ukraine’s Sumy Oblast. A Chinese minicomputer and American processor enable Russia’s V2U drone to select targets autonomously using artificial intelligence, according to the Ukraine’s Main Intelligence Directorate

Renault tapped for Ukrainian drone production near frontline. The effort aims to support Ukrainian and French armies with advanced drone systems.

International

NATO needs to increase air and missile defence by 400% – Rutte says ahead of June summit. Secretary General Mark Rutte plans to tell NATO allies they need a “quantum leap” in collective defence, including a 400% increase in air and missile systems, ahead of next month’s summit in The Hague.

ISW: Russia may exit more arms control treaties, signaling prep for potential war with NATO. Russian officials are establishing diplomatic cover for arms control treaty exits by portraying Moscow as the victim of Western aggression, despite Russia’s documented treaty violations dating to 2019.

From blacklist to spotlight: Russian opera stars return to European stages despite Ukraine war boycott. Ukrainian officials call Europe’s gradual acceptance of Russian performers a security risk as Putin-supporting artists return to prestigious venues.

Humanitarian and social impact

Multi-stage prisoner swap returns Ukrainian defenders under 25 from Russian captivity. The first Ukrainian prisoners of war under 25 years old returned from Russian captivity on 9 June as part of a complex, staged exchange process that implements agreements reached in Istanbul negotiations earlier this month.

New developments

“Why does he speak?” Ukrainian heavyweight champion Usyk calls on Trump to be responsible for his promise to end war in 24 hours. In 2024, he defeated Tyson Fury and became world champion, holding all four major belts simultaneously

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Exclusive

“I was not fierce enough”: Georgian activist’s brutal confession as democracy collapses. She saw the red flags, trained the people now dismantling democracy—and stayed silent too long.

Surprise! Rosatom, that Russian “energy” giant, is actually building nukes for Putin. Ukrainian energy expert Mykhailo Gonchar explains how every Western contract with Rosatom helps bankroll Putin’s nuclear arsenal.

CIA helped forge Ukraine’s broken spy service into Mossad for Putin — now it can’t make them stop. Rebuilt from Soviet wreckage with CIA help, Ukraine’s spy agency hunts down Putin’s top allies on three continents — crossing every “red line” the White House ever feared to touch.

The West is losing faith in democracy. An Oxford historian has a plan to win it back.. Timothy Garton Ash insists his seven fixes will work. Ukraine just needs to survive long enough to see them take effect.

Putin’s “neutral” athletes cheer Russia’s atrocities in Ukraine — but FIFA can’t wait to get them back. While the Kremlin’s so-called ‘neutral’ athletes win Putin’s war medals and cheer on Russian crimes in Ukraine, the world’s top sports leagues are slowly preparing their grand comeback.

Putin’s nuclear magic trick has no rabbit — Why Russia can’t actually use captured Ukrainian reactors. Energy analyst Mykhailo Gonchar says Russia is chasing symbolism, not power—yet the seized plant lacks water, staff, and compatible systems to run.

Military

Frontline report: Ukraine torches Putin’s war factories as he rolls the dice on summer offensive. Explosives, bomb kits, and missile parts are burning as Ukraine targets Russia’s war industry at its source.

Ukraine blows up fuel depot feeding Russia’s warplanes — still burning three days later. Ukraine hit a fuel depot in Engels on 6 June. It’s still burning—satellite images show a 15-kilometer smoke plume.

“They’re coming like cockroaches”: Ukraine says Russia is lying about Dnipropetrovsk push. Russia claims it breached Dnipropetrovsk Oblast. Ukraine calls it a lie — but fighting rages nearby.

After mass explosive drone assaults, Russia launches “just” 49 — Ukraine shoots down 40. Moscow probably stockpiles explosive drones for a more massive attack.

Ukraine targets Russian explosives-making Azot plant. Fuel site strikes continue with fire at bitumen plant (video). The Azot was last targeted two weeks ago. Attacks on Russian fuel facilities resumed two days ago.

Intelligence and technology

Zelenskyy says US has not answered Ukraine’s request to buy air defense. Ukraine’s President urged immediate action after another deadly wave of Russian strikes.

NYT: China, “the enemy,” targets Russian tech, territory, and scientists, leaked FSB file shows. Despite official unity, Russian counterintelligence sees China as a growing strategic threat.

International

Reuters: US expects another multi-pronged Russian strike after Ukraine’s Spiderweb drone attack. Diplomatic sources say Moscow’s next move could target symbolic sites across Ukraine.

Errol Musk attends Kremlin-backed event in Moscow, praises Putin and spreads Russian propaganda. The remarks by Elon Musk’s father repeated Russian false narratives on Ukrainian biolabs and alleged oppression of Russian-speakers.

US repeats Ukraine-Russia talks mantra despite Russia’s rejection of ceasefires. In a call with the French FM, US State Secretary Rubio again brings up direct talks and diplomatic efforts to end the Russo-Ukrainian war.

Humanitarian and social impact

Budanov: Russia playing “dirty games” with dead Ukrainian soldiers as body exchange stalls. Russia says it lined up over 1,000 Ukrainian bodies for handover — but Ukraine didn’t show. Kyiv calls it a sick PR stunt.

ISW: Ukraine denies Russian claims on alleged blocking of POW and KIA body exchange. Ukrainian authorities insist that no agreement had been finalized for the exchange as of 6 June.

Russian missile killed young couple planning marriage. They lived on 8th floor —their bodies found in basement after collapse. The massive Russian attack on 6 June was retaliation for the Spiderweb drone operation on military airbases that destroyed or damaged 41 aircraft, while Russia responded targeting and killing civilians.

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Exclusives

Putin’s “neutral” athletes cheer Russia’s atrocities in Ukraine — but FIFA can’t wait to get them back. While the Kremlin’s so-called ‘neutral’ athletes win Putin’s war medals and cheer on Russian crimes in Ukraine, the world’s top sports leagues are slowly preparing their grand comeback.

Putin’s nuclear magic trick has no rabbit — Why Russia can’t actually use captured Ukrainian reactors. Energy analyst Mykhailo Gonchar says Russia is chasing symbolism, not power—yet the seized plant lacks water, staff, and compatible systems to run.

What rose from bottom of Kakhovka Reservoir after Russia’s dam blast?. The sludge Russia stirred up from the Dnipro has reached the Black Sea, Romania, Bulgaria—and may be irreversible.

Ukraine learned how to jam Russian bombs. So Russia made them fly beyond the jammers. Extended-range glide bombs now fly twice as fa, beyond Ukrainian electronic warfare systems.

Russia’s ghost riders are storming Sumy—and they’re not meant to come back. Small groups, motorcycles, reconnaissance by fire—Russia’s textbook opening move.

Russia’s thickest “red line” just went up in smoke — now the West has to go all in. As Ukraine razed Russia’s most feared nuclear bombers, the West has no choice but to call Putin’s nuclear bluff once and for all.

Military

Russian industrial infrastructure faces dual fire crisis affecting 28,100 square meters in total. Emergency crews deployed over 150 rescuers to extinguish simultaneous industrial fires in two Russian oblasts on 7 June, with blazes consuming a bitumen production facility near a major Lukoil refinery and a fuel storage depot outside Moscow.

Frontline report: Ukrainian Spiderweb operation triggers mass paranoia as Russia hunts threats in every truck. Widespread arrests targeting alleged drone strike collaborators have escalated into deadly mob justice, with one truck driver brutally killed by panicked civilians, even though Zelenskyy claimed that they were unaware of their cargo.

Zelenskyy: Russian truckers had no idea they were transporting Ukraine’s secret drone arsenal. Ukrainian President revealed that Russian truck drivers who transported the drones used in Ukraine’s devastating attack on Russian airfields were unaware of their cargo, believing they were hauling mobile houses rather than concealed weapons systems.

Trump says Ukraine’s drone strike on Russian military planes justifies bombardment of civilians. The US president said the Ukrainian Spiderweb airfield operation “gave the reason to go and bomb the hell out of them last night” in the retaliatory strike that killed four civilians and injured dozens of people.

Russia’s estimated losses in Ukraine as of day 1200 of its all-out war, according to the Ukrainian Army’s General Staff.

Intelligence and technology

Canada sends $ 35 mn military aid to Ukraine: Coyote armoured vehicles and anti-jamming systems delivered. Coyote and Bison armoured vehicles worth $30 million Canadian headline Canada’s latest military aid package to Ukraine, complementing 64 vehicles delivered in December 2024.

French carmaker to produce military drones in Ukraine alongside defence firm. France will manufacture military drones in Ukraine through a partnership between a French carmaker and defence firm, with Ukrainian forces providing combat experience to train French military units.

International

Poland’s newly elected president says he is “currently” against Ukraine’s accession to EU. Poland’s president-elect Karol Nawrocki told Hungarian media he opposes Ukraine’s European Union membership, citing unresolved bilateral issues including agricultural competition and the exhumation of Polish massacre victims.

“Force Putin to negotiate,” Finnish PM warns against weakening Russia sanctions. Prime Minister Petteri Orpo warned against weakening Russia sanctions as the Trump administration pressures Senator Lindsey Graham to soften his sanctions proposal, Wall Street Journal reports.

Czech President warns Ukraine war shows same warning signs that led to WWII. “We must do everything,” Petr Pavel warned that Europe must prevent the Ukraine war from spreading westward, drawing direct comparisons to the 1930s.

Baltic states issue joint statement backing Ukraine’s NATO and EU membership and further pressure on Russia. The three Baltic parliaments argue that Ukrainian membership would provide “a more effective and enduring framework for safeguarding Euro-Atlantic security.”

Yermak confirms Zelenskyy-Trump meeting likely at G7 summit in Canada. Head of Ukraine’s Presidential Office confirmed that President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will likely meet with US President Donald Trump during the June 15-17 G7 summit in Kananaskis, Alberta, following a preparatory Ukrainian delegation visit to Washington.

Netherlands orders 1,000 Ukraine war refugees to leave in four weeks. Students, workers and other non-EU citizens who escaped Ukraine’s war zone for the Netherlands face a September deadline to leave the country, ending their temporary protection that began in 2022.

Humanitarian and social impact

Ukrainian mother and daughter stabbed to death and their refugee housing set on fire in Belgium. The woman’s husband remains fighting on the Ukrainian front lines while her 16-year-old son was at school during the attack.

Kharkiv endures most extensive attack since full-scale invasion began. Three civilians killed, dozens injured. Among the 21 wounded are a 1,5 month old baby and a 14-year-old girl.

Political and legal developments

Kremlin official: US Senate “hotheads” don’t realize Russia won’t change its demands to end war. Deputy Foreign Minister argued that threats of sanctions cannot change Russia’s approach to potential peace deal based on what the Kremlin terms as eliminating the “root causes” of the war.

Zelenskyy rejects Trump’s comparison of war to “two little kids fighting.” He says Putin is murderer who kills these kids. The Ukrainian leader emphasized that anyone “thousands of miles away” from the war cannot comprehend the suffering of families who lost their loved ones.

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Exclusive

What rose from bottom of Kakhovka Reservoir after Russia’s dam blast?. The sludge Russia stirred up from the Dnipro has reached the Black Sea, Romania, Bulgaria—and may be irreversible.

Russia just made its deadliest bombs twice as dangerous. Extended-range glide bombs now fly 95km, beyond Ukrainian electronic warfare systems.

Small Russian groups hit Sumy defenses. 50,000 troops prepare the real assault.. Russian troops probe Sumy Oblast, possibly in preparation for a major attack.

Russia’s thickest “red line” just went up in smoke — now the West has to go all in. As Ukraine razed Russia’s most feared nuclear bombers, the West has no choice but to call Putin’s nuclear bluff once and for all.

Ukraine calls to reject “good” Russians framework— it omits broader imperialism issue. While the West loops in the trap that splits support for Kyiv, Ukraine reveals why this cycle helps Putin by design — burying the only real path to Moscow’s democracy.

Russia’s newest “drone protection” exposed as painted household cookware.

Inside the secret workshops where Ukraine’s hipster engineers build killer drones. They look like they should be fixing your Wi-Fi or brewing oat milk lattes—but inside a bunker near the frontline, they’re building $300 drones that are outsmarting Russian tanks and rewriting the rules of modern war.

Kyiv, we have a problem: Russia just reverse-engineered Ukraine’s drone motherships. Now Moscow can strike deep behind the front, using Ukraine’s own tactics against them.

Military

Frontline report: Russia’s 50,000 troops surge for Sumy offensive — that’s exactly what Kyiv’s HIMARS were waiting for. While Russia massed troops for their “decisive breakthrough,” Ukraine’s fake retreat turned Moscow’s back-up surge into a HIMARS feeding frenzy.

Mi-8 military helicopter blown up, Mi-35 wrecked as Ukraine hits Russia’s Bryansk airport, media says. Last night, explosions and secondary detonation were reported at the facility, evidently used militarily.

After months, Ukraine resumes strikes on Russian fuel depots, targets airfields and military factories (video). Ukraine struck a fuel plant in Russia’s Engels in Saratov Oblast, used by strategic bombers. More attacks targeted Ryazan, Tambov, and Moscow oblasts.

Intelligence and technology

Russia overloads bombers with missiles to strike Ukraine risking total fleet breakdown. Tu-95s are overloaded, Tu-160s grounded, and mass strikes unlikely again soon, says aviation analyst.

ACLED reveals how Russia lies about Ukrainian army losses: data analysts slash kill claims from 300 to 10 when verification fails. War monitoring organization ACLED automatically reduces Russian Defense Ministry casualty claims by up to 97% when independent verification fails, cutting reported Ukrainian deaths from hundreds to 10 in their war database.

Russia’s Tu-160 bomber use in missile attack last night proves Tu-95 shortage after operation Spiderweb, Militarnyi says. To launch 36 cruise missiles, Russia had to use more costly and complex Tu-160s alongside Tu-95s.

Russia receives 140 mm and 60 mm mortars from North Korea. Photos confirm transfer of unique artillery once seen only in parades.

International

Former Polish president demands election recount after anti-Ukraine candidate wins. Ex-President Wałęsa questions the legitimacy of Karol Nawrocki’s victory, a candidate who cites historical grievances to oppose Ukraine’s EU and NATO bids.

ISW: Putin speaks to Pope, blames Ukraine for war, keeps posing as peace-seeking, while offering no concessions. Despite diplomatic language, Moscow remains committed to total Ukrainian capitulation.

Brussels pushes EU sanctions leadership amid Trump uncertainty, exposes Russia’s $ 1 trillion war windfall. More than 1,000 aging vessels help Russia evade oil sanctions through a “shadow fleet” that generates billions in revenue, according to a white paper calling for stronger EU sanctions on Moscow.

Trump compares Russia-Ukraine war to playground fight, hints at punishing both Russia and Ukraine. He said the conflict might need to run its course before diplomacy can work.

Humanitarian and social impact

Two years later, Russia is still unpunished for drowning 100,000 people in Kherson Oblast. However, Ukraine prepares to revive the Kakhovka Hydropower Plant destroyed by Russia. This is not just about electricity. It’s about security, water supply, navigation, and the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant.

Russia launches 407 drones and 45 missiles against Ukraine in overnight assault, Air Force says (updated). Ukrainian officials say the volume of attacks continues to rise weekly.

Russian missiles, drones hit Kyiv, Ternopil, Lutsk in one of Moscow’s largest air assaults. Civilians killed and injured (updates). Russia’s massive air attack overnight targeted energy and civilian sites in multiple oblasts, injuring dozens, killing at least four civilians.

Political and legal developments

One cannot exist if other does: Kremlin directly says war on Ukraine is about elimination, not land. Russia no longer hides its goal. Ukraine’s very existence is the problem, not its borders.

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Exclusives

Russia’s newest “drone protection” exposed as painted household cookware.

Ukraine calls to reject “good” Russians framework— it omits broader imperialism issue. While the West loops in the trap that splits support for Kyiv, Ukraine reveals why this cycle helps Putin by design — burying the only real path to Moscow’s democracy.

Meet the Ukrainian GenZ engineers morphing TikTok drones into Russian tank killers. Warfare’s future has hipster beards and startup vibes

Russia just copied Ukraine’s drone mothership tech—and wiped out a key Ukrainian advantage. Now Moscow can strike deep behind the front, using Ukraine’s own tactics against them.

Ukraine gets green light to strike Russia — and it’s no longer enough. As Western allies finally approve cross-border strikes, Russia has ramped up its monthly drone output to daily levels, turning Ukraine’s defensive strategy into an economic death trap.

Military

“Your bombers were ready to kill our children,” Ukraine slams Putin’s retaliation threats after Spiderweb Operation. Kyiv says, quit whining and accept a ceasefire.

Frontline report: Ukrainian spies create multi-country network surrounding Russia to execute its historic Operation Spiderweb. Ukraine’s Operation Spiderweb destroyed 40+ Russian strategic aircraft worth $7B across 5 airbases, eliminating 34% of Russia’s bomber fleet in an unprecedented deep-strike mission.

Ukraine strikes first at Russian launchers which carry 800-kg explosive missiles prepared to hit Kyiv after Operation Spiderweb. Ukraine destroyed Russian Iskander launchers before planned Kyiv strike, intercepting revenge attack through advanced intelligence in high-stakes preemptive operation.

Ukraine targets Millerovo air base, cripples energy in occupied south. Drone attacks plunged occupied Ukrainian territories into darkness, complicating Russia’s plans to reactivate the occupied Zaporizhzhia power station.

Spiderweb operation: This is how Ukrainian drones destroy Russian bombers that attack Ukraine

. Ukraine’s Security Service (SBU) revealed that when communication was severed, the drones continued missions using pre-programmed routes and AI algorithms before automatically activating warheads at designated targets.

Intelligence and technology

New chief of Ukraine’s drone corps sets 100-day plan to reshape the sky. Robert “Madiar” Brovdy, a battlefield-tested commander and former entrepreneur, has taken charge of Ukraine’s Unmanned Systems Forces.

Moscow mass-produces drones—China pretends it’s not helping. From microchips to optics, Chinese firms are arming Russia’s drone war through proxies and shell companies, allowing Moscow to close the tech gap.

Ukraine’s cheap drones did not just hit Russia—they prompt US to rethink homeland security. After a massive Ukrainian drone strike on airfields in Siberia, the US army secretary acknowledged: America may face a new kind of war.

China secretly helps Russia build massive long-range drone fleet. While China blocks drone exports to Kyiv, Russian access continues.

Ukrainian workshops forge tomorrow’s weapons with allies while Washington watches from sidelines. As the US Defense Secretary misses Ramstein, Ukraine and its European partners strike a game-changing pact: not just weapons, but weapons factories—on Ukrainian soil.

Montenegro will produce drones for Ukraine in a US-backed deal. The $15 million agreement aims to create UAVs and build export capacity from Podgorica. Initial production will be donated to Ukraine, with long-term export and defense goals.

Anti-aircraft weapons bound for Ukraine discovered abandoned in Polish hangar. Polish prosecutors are investigating why a licensed defense company failed to complete its contracted delivery of anti-aircraft systems to Ukraine, instead leaving the weapons in border region storage, where they remained without proper oversight.

International

Europe offers Ukraine postwar shield—but Washington refuses to help raise it. Plans for a Western coalition to deter future Russian aggression stall as Trump’s White House declines to back Europe’s security guarantees,

Kim Jong Un promises full support for Russia’s Ukraine war, says North Korea. Strategic partnership with Moscow deepens as Shoigu visits Pyongyang.

Bloomberg: Trump denies Europe air support for Ukraine force post-war. Washington’s reluctance complicates the UK and France’s plans for long-term security guarantees.

Humanitarian and social impact

Ukraine warns of Europe-wide nuclear disaster as Russia plans to reconnect Zaporizhzhia plant. The largest nuclear power plant in Europe, Zaporizhzhia, remains in cold shutdown and is powered by Ukraine’s own grid, with no spare parts or qualified personnel available to maintain it. Yet, Russia is reportedly building power lines to forcibly reconnect the station, raising fears of a nuclear crisis across the continent.

Russia kills Ukrainian baby and seven more people as Trump keeps pushing predictably doomed peace talks. The Russian drone strike on Pryluky alone killed five, including a one-year-old, his mother, and grandmother.

Political and legal developments

Trump stalls Senate bipartisan sanctions bill. The proposed legislation seeks to impose massive tariffs on Russian exports amid the ongoing war in Ukraine, while Trump pursues “peace talks.”

Putin “gives the finger” to the entire world, Zelenskyy says after Trump’s call with Russian president. As Trump relays Putin’s threat, Zelenskyy urges stronger international action and frames inaction as silent approval of Russian crimes.

Exclusives

Ukraine’s jets adopt Western tactics, learn to hunt in packs. More Ukrainian air force pilots are flying and fighting in complex teams.

Bedtime stories and ballistics: How Ukraine’s children are growing up fast. Ukrainian psychologist Oksana Pisareva says kids in therapy talk about missiles, not monsters.

“They trample corpses”: Ukraine’s Muslim leader-turned-medic exposes what Russians really fight for. As Russian soldiers crawl over their own dead, Ukraine’s ex-mufti saves the lives they claim — revealing what really drives the world’s second army to raze peaceful cities.

Military

Russia captures Sumy’s Kostiantynivka village as Russians try to widen frontline in region. ISW and DeepState report mounting pressure as Moscow’s troops seize new ground in Sumy Oblast.

This is how Ukrainian drones destroy Russian bombers that attack Ukraine in surprise Spiderweb operation

Ukraine’s Security Service (SBU) revealed that when communication was severed, the drones continued missions using pre-programmed routes and AI algorithms before automatically activating warheads at designated targets.

Drone hits house in Russian Kursk oblast, woman injured. Russian air defense systems intercepted seven Ukrainian drones across three regions overnight, with two shot down over Kursk region, the Defense Ministry claimed.

Russian missile hits Ukrainian training ground in Poltava, servicemen wounded. A Russian missile attack on a Ukrainian military training facility in Poltava Oblast on 4 June left servicemen wounded, marking the second such strike on Ground Forces training units within four days.

As of 4 JUN 2025, the approximate losses of weapons and military equipment of the Russian Armed Forces from the beginning of the invasion to the present day:

• • • Personnel: 991820 (+1020)
    • Tanks: 10884 (+3)
    • APV: 22678 (+7)
    • Artillery systems: 28711 (+88)
    • MLRS: 1402
    • Anti-aircraft systems: 1176
    • Aircraft: 413
    • Helicopters: 336
    • UAV: 38924 (+176)
    • Cruise missiles : 3271
    • Warships/boats: 28
    • Submarines: 1
    • Vehicles and fuel tanks: 50730 (+123)

Intelligence and technology

Russia ramps up Shahed production to 170 daily, eyes 190 by year-end. Russian engineers have doubled the explosive payload in Shahed drones from 50 to 90 kilograms while introducing new warhead types targeting specific objectives, according to Ukraine’s intelligence services.

UK drone deliveries to Ukraine jump from 10,000 to 100,000 in 2025. The UK government will invest a record $474 mn in drone production for Ukraine this year, scaling up from the 10,000 drones delivered in 2024 to an ambitious target of 100,000 units, the Defence Ministry announced.

International

Netherlands announces new maritime security support package for Ukraine worth $456 million. The package will consist of over 100 naval vessels, including ships, patrol boats, transport boats, interceptors, special operations vessels, and 50 maritime drones, according to Defense Minister Ruben Brekelmans

Putin tells Trump in phone call he will retaliate recent Spiderweb drone operation on Russian airfields. Trump also emphasized that this was not a conversation that “will lead to immediate peace.”

US senator compares Ukrainian Spiderweb drone operation to anti-terror bin Laden killing. Richard Blumenthal believes that the recent Ukrainian surprise drone attack that hit 41 Russian aircraft could “shift momentum in Washington in favor of increasing aid for Ukraine.”

Trump envoy warns Ukrainian strikes on Russian bombers push conflict toward dangerous escalation. Trump’s special envoy for Ukraine warned that recent Ukrainian drone strikes on Russian strategic bomber bases might push the war toward dangerous escalation

Ukraine’s diplomat slams UN for passing World’s Horse Day resolution while ignoring more pressing global issues. Serhii Kyslytsia contrasted this decision with years of resistance Ukraine faced in the UN when trying to establish a day against disinformation while fighting Russia, who remains a UN member.

US Defense Secretary skips Ukraine meeting for first time since creating it. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth will miss Wednesday’s gathering of 50 defense ministers coordinating military aid for Ukraine. The absence marks the first time since 2022 that America’s top defense official has skipped the meeting the US originally created.

Frontline report: Putin knew Serbia’s weapons were in Ukraine — now he’s making it personal. Serbian ammo has been showing up in Ukraine for years. Only now, with a factory in flames, is Putin pretending to be shocked.

Humanitarian and social impact

Ukraine and Russia to exchange prisoners of war this weekend — only result of Istanbul peace talks. The exchange is expected to involve 1,200 prisoners from each side.

95 Russian drones target Ukraine overnight: Kharkiv hit for 90 minutes straight. Russian forces pummeled Kharkiv with drones and missiles for 90 consecutive minutes overnight, leaving one man hospitalized and seven buildings damaged across Ukraine’s second-largest city.

Ukrainian media groups demand True Story Festival drop Russian speakers, add Ukrainian journalists. Ukrainian media organizations demanded True Story Festival organizers remove Russian speakers from the June event in Bern, citing five Russian representatives scheduled for war-related sessions while no Ukrainian journalists appear on the programme.

Other developments

ISW: Russia continues to want Ukraine’s “complete destruction.” Russian missile stockpile only grows. Russian Security Council Deputy Chairperson Dmitry Medvedev stated that Moscow’s peace negotiations in Istanbul must result in the Ukrainian government’s elimination rather than compromise.

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Exclusive

Ukraine’s jets adopt Western tactics, learn to hunt in packs. More Ukrainian air force pilots are flying and fighting in complex teams.

Bedtime stories and ballistics: How Ukraine’s children are growing up fast. Ukrainian psychologist Oksana Pisareva says kids in therapy talk about missiles, not monsters.

“They trample corpses”: Ukraine’s Muslim leader-turned-medic exposes what Russians really fight for. As Russian soldiers crawl over their own dead, Ukraine’s ex-mufti saves the lives they claim — revealing what really drives the world’s second army to raze peaceful cities.

Russia captures Sumy’s Kostiantynivka village as Russians try to widen frontline in region. ISW and DeepState report mounting pressure as Moscow’s troops seize new ground in Sumy Oblast.

Ukraine’s F-16s launch desperate strikes to stop Russia in the north. Armed with American bombs and desperation, Ukraine’s F-16s strike 50,000 Russian troops just 30 kilometers from Sumy.

Military

Ukrainian spies execute two attacks in one day on Crimean Bridge built after 2014 annexation. Ukrainian demolition teams struck the Crimean Bridge twice within hours. The first detonating over a ton of pre-planted underwater explosives at dawn, then launching afternoon attacks that sent helicopters scrambling along the Kerch Strait.

Pentagon chief monitors Ukraine’s sophisticated spy operation launched after December 2023’s strike killed 55 civilians. When Russia tried to demolish the Ukrainian statehood with 2,000 attacks in December 2023, Kyiv began developing a retaliation plan.

Ukrainian spies incinerate Russian aircraft that fired 2,837 missiles at civilian targets. For months, Ukrainian intelligence meticulously tracked every cruise missile launch and activated a retaliation strike from James Bond movies on 1 June.

Frontline report: Ghost helicopters drop Ukrainian hunters deep behind Russian lines under cover of darkness. Ukrainian special forces disappear into enemy forests after helicopter raid, leaving Russian commanders wondering who’s watching from the shadows.

SBU hits Crimean bridge underwater in third major strike, video shows massive blast (updated). The security service says the early morning blast reportedly put the structure into a near-emergency state.

Fire at Russian military motor plant as long-haul truck explodes. The truck inside a chemical workshop reportedly caught fire near chemicals, injuring a worker.

Intelligence and technology

Makarov vs. sniper rifle: Ukraine’s Air Force still outgunned despite arrival of F-16s. Russia’s advanced fleet continues to rule the skies over Ukraine, says Colonel Ihnat, as Kyiv waits for enough multirole fighters to shift the balance of power.

Ukraine races to build drone interceptors as Russia ramps up Shahed attacks. Domestic interceptors are now part of Kyiv’s air defense strategy.

Meet First Contact’s Osa: Ukrainian FPV drone used to strike Russian bombers in Spiderweb operation. Image evidence and drone specs point to First Contact’s AI-capable Osa (“Wasp”) model.

International

Axios: Trump silent after Ukraine’s major drone attack on Russian bombers. The US President has reportedly not commented, while MAGA figures react with suspicion and anger.

ISW: Russia wants Ukraine out of its own cities, Ukraine says ‘let’s talk more’ in ceasefire negotiations memos. Ukraine seeks continued dialogue, Russia reiterates capitulation demands in the second useless round of the Trump-pushed talks.

Humanitarian and social impact

Russia builds power lines to exploit Ukraine’s largest nuclear plant it stole — but still can’t run it. With all six reactors in cold shutdown, Zaporizhzhia NPP remains a Russian radioactive hostage.

Ukraine’s spy agency seeks for sleeper agents among freed prisoners as Russia tries to brainwash and recruit them. Ukrainian counterintelligence officers analyze every returning prisoner, knowing Russian FSB agents spent months in torture chambers attempting psychological manipulation.

One dead, dozens injured as Russian drones target Ukrainian cities. Russian bombs also struck a church, a school, and a hospital in Sumy’s Khotin.

Russia kills civilians in central Sumy with Tornado-S cluster munitions. “Hypersonic” Kinzhal hits near Mykolaiv (updated). The rush-hour morning strike on Sumy also injured seven civilians, including children.

Russian delegates call abducted children issue “show for childless European grandmothers”. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy revealed that Russian negotiators admitted to abducting “several hundred” Ukrainian children during recent peace talks in Istanbul, dismissing international concern over the deportations as a “show for childless European grandmothers” while offering to return only 10 of nearly 400 children on Ukraine’s list.

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Exclusive

Ukraine’s best jets scramble to stop 50,000 Russians encroaching on Sumy. Armed with glide bombs and “NATO Wi-Fi,” F-16s strike Russians around Sumy while elite brigades abandon the north.

The world’s largest bank says Ukraine will fail—apparently forgetting Ukraine doesn’t take orders. JPMorgan’s $3.2 trillion credibility meets Ukrainian defiance.

Trojan truck op: Kyiv destroys “34%” of Russia’s strategic bomber fleet within hours with truck-launched FPV drones (updated). Zelenskyy said the operation was planned inside Russia, right next to an FSB office, and involved drone operators across three time zones.

Ukraine’s own drones crash Putin’s $7-billion “red lines” aircraft — while Russia fights them back with sticks. Ukraine’s rise to drone powerhouse has unleashed an industry producing 4.5 million flying killers a year — forcing Russian troops into WWI-style desperation to dodge death from above every six minutes.

Military

Frontline report: Europe’s Achilles heel becomes tripwire where Putin’s ambitions meet NATO’s steel. What was once NATO’s most vulnerable flank is now a red line.

Russian offensive attacks surge 19% in May while attempts of peace talks continue. On 4 May, Russian forces launched a record 269 assault operations — the highest number of attacks recorded in a single day this year.

Russia is trying to seize control of major city in northern Ukraine and shell it with artillery. Currently, nearly 50,000 Russian troops are being based on the borders of Ukraine’s Sumy Oblast.

Massive drone attack targets Russian military-industrial sites right after surprise Spiderweb operation that destroyed bombers. The overnight drone strikes across Russia reportedly targeted the Borisoglebsk military airfield and the NLMK steel-producing industrial complex.

Satellite images reveal wreckage of Russian strategic bombers after Ukraine’s Spiderweb drone operation deep in Russia. The images show destroyed Russian Tu-22M3 and Tu-95 strategic aircraft, used as long-range missile carriers for strikes against Ukraine.

Intelligence and technology

Ukrainian AI-powered drones prompt world’s largest long-haul carrier to reconsider flights to Russia. The airline has developed evacuation plans in case of emergency.

Russia cannot produce new Tu-160s or Tu-95s — only repair Soviet-era ones, says expert after Ukraine’s historic Spiderweb operation. The operation Pavutynnia has destroyed over 40 Russian aircraft worth $7 billion.

Ukraine’s 18-month covert Spiderweb operation claimed 41 destroyed or damaged Russian aircraft used for strikes on civilians. Ukraine’s Security Service head Vasyl Maliuk called the operation “extremely complex from a logistical standpoint” due to the three-time-zone coordination and revealed that it was overseen by the Ukrainian president.

International

Vilnius summit sends clear message — Ukraine’s NATO path is irreversible despite Russian ultimatums. At the summit, Zelenskyy briefs world leaders on a drone op straight out of a spy thriller.

Ukraine, Russia agree to exchange 6,000 bodies at Istanbul talks that againt fail to secure ceasefire. Russia is one more time refused to stop hostilities in Ukraine, apparently counting on a summer offensive on Sumy, Kharkiv, and Zaporizhzhia oblasts.

Zelenskyy congratulates Poland’s newly-elected nationalist president who questions Ukraine’s EU/NATO path. The incoming Polish leader has promised to maintain support for Ukraine while representing Poland’s interests first, following a campaign where he repeatedly invoked controversial historical grievances from World War II.

Humanitarian and social impact

Not just civilians — Ukraine’s rescuers now deliberate targets in Russia’s genocidal war. Russia destroys fire stations and wounds rescuers.

Seven-year-old among injured civilians in Russian attack on Ukraine ahead of Istanbul peace talks. Russian forces deployed 80 strike drones and four missiles targeting residential areas.

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Exclusive

The world’s largest bank says Ukraine will fail—apparently forgetting Ukraine doesn’t take orders. JPMorgan’s $3.2 trillion credibility meets Ukrainian defiance.

Trojan truck op: Kyiv destroys “34%” of Russia’s strategic bomber fleet within hours with truck-launched FPV drones (updated). Zelenskyy said the operation was planned inside Russia, right next to an FSB office, and involved drone operators across three time zones.

Ukraine’s own drones crash Putin’s $7-billion “red lines” aircraft — while Russia fights them back with sticks. Ukraine’s rise to drone powerhouse has unleashed an industry producing 4.5 million flying killers a year — forcing Russian troops into WWI-style desperation to dodge death from above every six minutes.

Tiny Latvia sends thousands of drones in heavyweight military aid to Ukraine. Latvia got burned by the USSR. Now it’s sending 12,000 drones to help Ukraine return the favor in 2025.

Military

Killing the killer: Ukraine coordinates most successful Russian bomber strike from hub next to FSB office. The audacious operation reveals Ukraine’s intelligence capabilities rival major powers, fundamentally challenging Western assumptions about Kyiv’s strategic limitations in potential peace negotiations.

Russia’s oblasts near Ukraine suffer two deadly bridge failures. Explosions blamed, then denied. Two separate incidents struck Russian border oblasts overnight, disrupting both passenger and freight rail lines.

Ukraine destroys $7 billion Russian aircraft fleet without warning White House. Ukraine damages 40 Russian bombers with truck-smuggled AI drones, hitting 34% of strategic aircraft.

At least 150 AI-guided Ukrainian drones strike 41 Russian aircraft in historic truck-smuggled strike. Small quadcopters armed with AI dive bombers surprise Russian forces.

Ukraine rewrites Budapest Memorandum with 40 burning Russian jets targeted by drones launched from cargo trucks. A coordinated drone strike inside Russia marks a new chapter in Ukraine’s fight for sovereignty and security.

Russia launches largest nighttime drone strike of the war, targets Dnipro with missiles. Moscow targeted Ukraine with a total of 479 aerial weapons, including 472 drones and multiple missiles.

Frontline report: Russia’s elite Spetsnaz walk over their own dead as French ex-commandos hold Kharkiv line. Russian soldiers collide in Ukraine’s bloodied forests as their summer gambit unfolds.

Breaking: Russian strategic bombers ablaze en masse under SBU drone attack (video). Sources report over 40 aircraft targeted, including A-50, Tu-95, Tu-22M3 bombers at two major bases, 2,000 and 4,000 km from Ukraine.

Russia tries to break through to northern Ukraine’s Sumy city amid ceasefire talks. This comes as Russia looks to be kicking off its summer offensive, with fresh assaults popping up in Sumy and Donetsk oblasts.

Explosion derails Russian military convoy in occupied Zaporizhzhia Oblast, HUR says. The 31 May explosion disrupted railway traffic near Yakymivka en route to occupied Crimea.

Intelligence and technology

Ukraine destroys strategic bombers Moscow cannot replace. The Soviet-era planes hit by Ukrainian AI drones are beyond repair and reproduction.

Twelve Ukrainian companies showcase combat-proven drones, ground robotic systems at European defense exhibition. While showcasing revolutionary autonomous weapons, Ukraine faces the challenge of scaling battle-proven innovations into mass production for European partners.

Ukraine destroys 4,000 Russian tanks worth 20 years of Moscow’s production capacity. Ukraine has permanently weakened Russia’s ability to launch future conventional invasions in Eastern Europe.

Ukraine F-16 pilots get NATO-level battlefield vision through Link-16 military Wi-Fi protocol. Ukrainian jets and NATO air defenses now share real-time data, creating unprecedented coordination in the skies.

New laser weapon from China seen in Russian hands on the front. The Silent Hunter system appears to have been active in the war against Ukrainian drones since 2024.

Political and legal developments

Ukrainian Ground Forces commander quits after training base attack kills 12 and injures 60 troops. Mykhailo Drapatyi takes ultimate responsibility for the deadly assault.

New developments

Thunder over Finland echoes heart of Kyiv’s war plan: Allies exercise assault that could have occupy entire Ukraine in 2022. Finnish and Polish forces reenact Russia’s failed blitz on Kyiv Oblast.

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Exclusive

Tiny Latvia sends thousands of drones in heavyweight military aid to Ukraine. Latvia got burned by the USSR. Now it’s sending 12,000 drones to help Ukraine return the favor in 2025.

Russia sends ordinary criminals unrelated to war for exchanges instead of soldiers or activists. Ukraine claims it had limited ability to influence the composition of exchange lists. That’s why among the 120 civilians returned in the recent three-day exchange, many were individuals who had lived and worked in Russia before being convicted of non-war crimes, rather than Ukrainians who remain in captivity due to war since 2022 or even 2014.

Who is dancing and where if journalism is dead? Trump and Orbán know. When journalism dies, propaganda doesn’t mourn—it gets to work. At the Lviv Media Forum, experts showed how Trump and Orbán turned media into their loudest ally.

Why is Russia bombing Ukraine with 1990s-era training drones?. The Dan-M target drone was designed to simulate US cruise missiles. Now it’s been turned into one, kind of—and launched at Ukraine.

Hungary and Slovakia expand Russian fuel use while EU cuts imports. New findings show both countries increasing reliance on oil, gas, and nuclear fuel from Russia despite available alternatives.

Russia just spent $ 3 mn to blow up planes that don’t even fly. Ukraine’s 1970s drone shotguns were so vexing that Russia decided to blow them into bits with a $3mn Iskander missile. But an epic intel failure got in the way.

Military

Russia claims evening drone attack in occupied Crimea. Russian forces claimed they shot down a Ukrainian drone over occupied Crimea on Saturday evening, marking another reported attack on the peninsula that Moscow annexed in 2014.

Second Russian pocket emerges in Sumy Oblast near Oleksandria village – Deep State. Russian forces seized territory near Oleksandria village in Sumy Oblast within 24 hours, creating a second pocket of occupied land along Ukraine’s northern border, according to DeepState military analysts.

Russia “significantly” intensifies activity in Zaporizhzhia sector – Syrskyi. Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi said Ukraine struck 58 military targets inside Russia during May while defending against escalated Russian offensive actions in the Zaporizhzhia direction.

Frontline report: Drones become pivotal in countering Russian advance to Ukraine’s most strategic Donbas cities. Ukraine deploys elite drone units to counter Russian forces that have punched through Ukrainian defenses using “suicide squads” to locate positions, gaining 10 km (6 miles) in just two months.

Drones hit alleged Russian military positions in Kursk amid threats of new offensive from this direction. Russians officials claim that the attack struck residential buildings and injured civilians.

Russia’s estimated losses in Ukraine as of day 1193 of its all-out war, according to the Ukrainian Army’s General Staff.

International

“Not very serious”: Zelenskyy criticizes Russia’s lack of clarity before talks. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has cast doubt on Russia’s commitment to peace negotiations, saying Moscow has not provided clear information about its agenda for talks scheduled in Istanbul on 2 June.

Former Secretary of State Pompeo: US did not do enough to stop the war in 2014. Speaking at the Black Sea Security Forum, former US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said America “lost deterrence” against Vladimir Putin in 2014 and regretted the US failed to prevent Russia’s 2022 invasion.

Merz-Trump face-off: Ukraine war tops agenda in first White House meeting. German Chancellor will come to the White House on 5 June, sitting down with US President to discuss Ukraine aid, Middle East policy, and trade disputes that have strained transatlantic ties.

“Let’s get real”: European officials abandon hope for US backing in Ukraine. European officials have quietly shifted from deploying peacekeeping troops to providing long-term military support for Ukraine without US involvement, following concerns that President Trump will abandon his mediator role.

Top EU diplomat says US criticism of Europe shows “love nonetheless”. Europe’s top diplomat welcomed criticism from Washington as a sign of continued American engagement during weekend defense talks in Singapore.

Lithuania at risk: Ex-CIA chief warns Russia to target Baltic State after Ukraine. Former CIA director David Petraeus warned that Lithuania faces the highest risk of Russian invasion among NATO countries if Moscow succeeds in Ukraine.

Erdogan urgently calls Zelenskyy as Istanbul braces for Russia peace talks. Ahead of the Istanbul talks, Erdogan pressed Zelenskyy to hold direct talks with Putin and Trump “without delay.”

Humanitarian and social impact

Ukrainian high-schoolers hold graduation ceremony at cemetery. Russian missile killed their classmate and his two siblings. The students brought toys, cards, and pieces of birthday cake to the gravesite on the graduation day that “should have been filled with joy, hugs, tears of happiness” but turned into a day of mourning.

Russian bomb kills child, injures teen in massive attack. Terror of Ukrainian civilians continues.. On the night of 31 May, Russian forces launched over 100 drones and 5 missiles at Ukraine, damaging homes and other civilian infrastructure.

Political and legal developments

Swedish music competition secretly funded Russian war supporters, investigation finds. A prestigious music competition in Stockholm has been secretly channeling entry fees to a sanctioned Russian bank while employing jury members from institutions that support the war in Ukraine, a Swedish media investigation reveals.

The MT: Kremlin stages Putin helicopter drone incident to portray “heroic leader” sharing “war suffering”. The alleged drone strike was designed to counter public dissatisfaction as ordinary Russians face flight cancellations and internet outages due to increasing Ukrainian drone attack on military-industrial targets.

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Exclusives

Russia is now bombing Ukraine with dummy drones, but why?. Even defense analysts can’t explain the logic

Hungary and Slovakia expand Russian fuel use while EU cuts imports. New findings show both countries increasing reliance on oil, gas, and nuclear fuel from Russia despite available alternatives.

Russia just spent $ 3 mn to blow up planes that don’t even fly. Ukraine’s 1970s drone shotguns were so vexing that Russia decided to blow them into bits with a $3mn Iskander missile. But an epic intel failure got in the way.

North Korea’s troops, shells, missiles aided Russia in war against Ukraine, breaching UN sanctions, report confirms. Pyongyang’s shipment of arms and troops to Russia and Moscow’s return of fuel and weapons broke UN rules, according to the Multilateral Sanctions Monitoring Team.

Military

A Russian marine base 6,000+ km from Ukraine exploded — Kyiv takes credit. Two blasts hit a Russian base near Vladivostok. Ukraine says it was their operation. Russia blames a propane-filled car.

Russian army attacks trolleybus depot in Kharkiv, Nova Poshta terminal in Odesa with drones. Russian attacks on Kharkiv and its oblast injured 10 people overnight, damaged 30 residential buildings and 19 trolleybuses

Frontline report: Baltic seabed shows growing scars from Russia’s hybrid sabotage. A sanctioned Russian-linked vessel operating under an Antiguan flag was detected maneuvering near a 600-megawatt undersea power line connecting Poland and Sweden, prompting immediate Polish military intervention.

ISW: Russia delays submitting peace terms to pressure Ukraine on timing and terms. Russian officials are withholding their peace memorandum to potentially blame Ukraine for stalling negotiations if Kyiv refuses to attend a 2 June meeting in Istanbul.

As of 30 MAY 2025, the approximate losses of weapons and military equipment of the Russian Armed Forces from the beginning of the invasion to the present day:

• Personnel: 986080 (+1140)
• Tanks: 10865 (+1)
• APV: 22647 (+2)
• Artillery systems: 28421 (+35)
• MLRS: 1398 (+1)
• Anti-aircraft systems: 1172 (+1)
• Aircraft: 372
• Helicopters: 336
• UAV: 38070 (+71)
• Cruise missiles : 3265
• Warships/boats: 28
• Submarines: 1
• Vehicles and fuel tanks: 50089 (+74)
• Special equipment: 3902 (+0)

Intelligence and technology

The Telegraph: Ukrainian drones prove most tanks are garbage – but not all are dead yet. Drones are tearing through outdated armour. The smart tanks aren’t done yet.

The Telegraph: EU eyes Black Sea spy hub to track Putin’s warships—and any glimmer of ceasefire. Europe is rolling out a new Black Sea plan with eyes on Russian ships—and any sign of peace.

Ukraine plans full production of Czech BREN 2 assault rifles. Czech sources confirm a gradual shift from simple licensed assembly to full production.

International

Erdogan makes urgent call to Zelenskyy as Istanbul braces for Russia peace talks. Ahead of the Istanbul talks, Erdogan pressed Zelenskyy to hold direct talks with Putin and Trump “without delay.”

US senators roll into Kyiv with a plan to make Russian oil 500% more expensive. Graham and Blumenthal brought a plan to drain the Kremlin’s profits with crushing tariffs—just days before peace talks begin in Istanbul.

Russia throws down ceasefire conditions – Istanbul awaits Ukraine’s reply. At the UN, Russia laid out demands ahead of Istanbul talks — Ukraine says the conditions aren’t peace terms at all.

Macron urges US to act: Sanction Russia if it blocks peace. Macron warned that US credibility is on the line if Washington does not act on Russian behavior.

Von der Leyen calls for European independence through defense spending and Ukraine membership. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced that the EU is enabling up to €800 billion in defense funding as part of a broader independence strategy.

Trump envoy: US open to freeze NATO expansion to help end Russia-Ukraine war. Trump’s special envoy says the US is willing to discuss NATO non-expansion as part of a peace deal with Russia, while the US, UK, France, and Germany will send security advisers to Istanbul for ceasefire talks on 2 June.

US threatens to exit peace talks over war in Ukraine amid escalating Russian attacks. A top US diplomat told the UN Security Council that America’s patience with Russia’s approach to Ukraine peace talks is running thin after weekend missile attacks.

Humanitarian and social impact

Ukrainian teen who saved lives in Sumy attack wins silver at European wrestling championship. After receiving head injuries during a Russian strike in April 2025, 13-year-old Kyrylo Ilyashenko resumed training and won silver in Croatia.

Political and legal developments

RFE/RL: Ukraine’s Top Court judge lives rent-free in luxury apartment her Russian niece bought – with barely any income. Judge Nadiia Stefaniv lives rent-free in a $375,000 Kyiv apartment owned by her Russian niece, who officially earned just $45,000 over eight years.

SBU detains four Kherson residents who worked for Russians during occupation. Among the detained collaborators are a former Kherson city council accountant, who helped organize Russia’s fake referendum, and two men, who voluntarily worked as guards in Russian-run prisons where resistance fighters were held.

Crowd surrounds draft office vehicle after alleged beating incident in Ukraine’s Khmelnytskyi Oblast. About 100 residents of Kamianets-Podilskyi surrounded a draft office vehicle after witnesses said officials beat a young man and struck women with their car.

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Exclusive

North Korea’s troops, shells, missiles aided Russia in war against Ukraine, breaching UN sanctions, report confirms. Pyongyang’s shipment of arms and troops to Russia and Moscow’s return of fuel and weapons broke UN rules, according to the Multilateral Sanctions Monitoring Team.

Military

Russian forces may launch its offensive on unexpected region bordering Ukraine’s Kyiv Oblast. The 2022 invasion route may reopen as Chernihiv could be the target of Russia in the war.

Ukraine’s terminal guidance FPV drone bypasses Russian jamming in new footage. The drone locks on target and continues mission after losing signal, video shows.

Frontline report: Putin’s helicopter dodges friendly fire as Ukrainian drone swarm engulfs Moscow. Russian air defenses fired wildly into Moscow’s skies, nearly downing their own president’s helicopter.

Grenade explosion kills Russian commander behind 2022 Mariupol deadly airstrikes. Russian media say former airstrike commander Zaur Gurtsiyev had been serving as Stavropol deputy mayor since September 2024.

Drones attack Moscow. Strategic defense plant burns in Saint Petersburg. Russia experienced drone strikes, airport delays, and a major fire at a strategic defense plant.

Frontline report: Poland orders 500 HIMARS and 1,000+ tanks as Russia’s shadow creeps through Belarus. Poland is tripling its army and investing over $50 billion in defense as Russia maneuvers behind Belarus.

ISW: Putin’s propaganda drills near NATO borders in Belarus shrink as real war consumes his army. Many Russian combat units from past Belarus-based Zapad drills are now on the frontlines in Ukraine.

Intelligence and technology

North Korea supplied Russia with 9 mn rounds of ammunition and 100 ballistic missiles since 2023. North Korea has shipped more than 20,000 containers of military supplies to Russia since September 2023, enough to equip three full brigades, according to a new international monitoring report.

Bloomberg: China cuts drone sales to Europe, but still supplies Russia. Beijing rejected allegations that it selectively restricts drone exports, calling the claims “baseless accusations.”

Forbes: Ukraine’s $10K drone motherships with laser vision replace $5M missiles. Technology developed by startup could reshape future wars.

Hackers linked to Russia target UK Ministry of Defence staff with fake news emails. Britain’s Ministry of Defence faced more than 90,000 cyber attacks from hostile states in two years, double the previous period.

Swiss clear Leopard 1 tank sale to Germany, unless reexported to Ukraine. It’s unclear if Berlin even needs them under this condition.

China dissects Russia’s mistakes in Ukraine while building world’s largest naval arsenal for potential Taiwan war. Beijing is regarding a drawn-out, grinding war, one it believes it can outlast.

Russia’s underground nuclear missile sites mapped in leak. Danwatch and Der Spiegel analyzed millions of files and hundreds of detailed blueprints, exposing the scope of Russia’s secretive nuclear weapons modernization.

German long-range Taurus missiles for Ukraine “within realm of possibility,” Chancellor says. But hesitation continues.. Friedrich Merz emphasized that the weapons system requires several months of soldier training that could make deliveries ineffective in the near term.

International

UK at OSCE: Russia chooses war over people as defense spending surpasses social programs. Russia burns $450 billion in energy revenue and empties wealth fund.

UK and Germany to lead next Ramstein meeting without US leadership. The Ukraine Defense Contact Group will convene at NATO headquarters on 4 June under continued British and German leadership

Türkiye and Belgium plan to join international drone coalition for Ukraine. Coalition member states have committed $3 bn to support Ukraine in 2025, up from $2 bn delivered last year.

Humanitarian and social impact

Russia kills six civilians in Ukraine as only half of drones are downed during nighttime attack. Russian drones and guided bombs struck homes and infrastructure in at least nine locations. Moscow’s attacks killed at least six and injured over 30 civilians across Ukraine.

Political and legal developments

Czech court convicts teacher for calling Ukrainian soldiers “Nazis” in classroom. She also told teenagers that the war in Ukraine was fake.

Trump still hopes to do business with Kremlin, even as number of Ukrainian civilians killed, including children, continues to grow each day. US officials have developed an economic weapon against Russia but the order has yet to come.

New developments

Mountaineer Samoilova becomes the first Ukrainian to conquer the world’s five main peaks. Antonina Samoilova carried a fallen Ukrainian soldier’s chevron to the summit of Kangchenjunga, completing her historic conquest of the world’s main peaks.

Victoria Roshchyna posthumously receives journalism award for courage under extreme conditions. The “Honor of the Profession 2025” competition recognized a journalist who disappeared while trying to report from Russian-occupied areas.

Book Arsenal festival opens in Kyiv with 100 publishers participating. The XIII International Book Arsenal Festival opens today in Kyiv with participation from 100 major and 12 small publishing houses.

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Apocalypse comes to Kostiantynivka as tens of thousands of Russians march on the strategic town. Tens of thousands of Russian troops are surging toward Kostyantynivka. Next stop: Kramatorsk,Ukraine’s last line of defense in Donetsk Oblast. A major fight is coming.

The UN confirmed what I saw in Kherson: Russia is hunting civilians for sport. What I witnessed wasn’t random violence—it was systematic hunting.

Military

Ukraine hits Russian cruise missile factory near Moscow with long-range drones. Ukrainian drones successfully bypassed Russian air defenses to strike Raduga plant which produces the same Kh-101/555 cruise missiles that Russia uses to attack Ukrainian civilian infrastructure.

Frontline report: Romania and the US just drew a red line as the Black Sea boils over. As the Black Sea war between Russia and Ukraine intensifies, NATO allies are tightening defenses.

Ukrainian strikes hit drone manufacturer near Moscow as Russia claims 296 Ukrainian drones shot down. A drone factory in the Moscow Oblast was hit by Ukrainian aircraft as the Russian capital’s mayor reportedly issued 17 attack warnings in one day.

Frontline report: Russian thermobaric artillery spotted in Kharkiv gets obliterated by Ukrainian drones within hours. Ukrainian intel confirms Russian assessments show four months of operational weather before seasonal mud returns, as Russian forces mass 50,000 troops to expand from limited buffer zones to full conquest of Kharkiv and Sumy oblasts.

Night attack injures at least 12 people as Russia launches 88 drones and six missiles at Ukraine. Explosions were heard in Kharkiv, Poltava, Mykolaiv, Kherson and Kirovohrad oblasts

As of 28 MAY 2025, the approximate losses of weapons and military equipment of the Russian Armed Forces from the beginning of the invasion to the present day:

• • • Personnel: 983890 (+1050)
    • Tanks: 10864 (+4)
    • APV: 22644 (+2)
    • Artillery systems: 28355 (+18)
    • MLRS: 1397
    • Anti-aircraft systems: 1171
    • Aircraft: 372
    • Helicopters: 336
    • UAV: 37918 (+65)
    • Cruise missiles : 3265
    • Warships/boats: 28
    • Submarines: 1
    • Vehicles and fuel tanks: 49959 (+52)

Intelligence and technology

Ukraine and Germany sign agreement on long-range weapons. Germany will directly finance long-range weapons production on Ukrainian soil under a new agreement signed by both countries’ defense ministers.

Zelenskyy: 50,000 Russian troops mass near Sumy bordering Russia’s Kursk for new offensive. The Ukrainian president stated that Moscow aims to establish a 10-km (6 miles) “buffer zone” inside Ukrainian territory, though he expressed doubt about Russian capabilities to achieve this strategic objective.

Germany allocates $5.7 billion for Ukraine for weapons, ammunition and satellite communications. Germany will fund long-range weapon systems manufactured in Ukraine under agreements reached during President Zelensky’s visit to Berlin.

Forbes: Ukraine deploys AI turrets against record Russian drone attacks. The Sky Sentinel system costs one-hundredth the price of comparable US systems while defending against 120 mph drone attacks. A prototype Ukrainian robot gun has already shot down four Shahed drones

Russia aims to produce 500 drones daily as Ukraine strikes back with 400-drone attack. Russia has received orders to produce 500 drones daily but currently maintains capacity for only 300-350, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

International

Russia delays promised ceasefire memorandum ahead of new peace talks. Ukraine gives Russia four-day deadline. Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov claimed that the exchange of documents with conditions to end the war was supposed to be mutual following the 16 May Istanbul meeting, but only Ukraine has delivered its proposals to Russian delegation head.

Trump uncertain if Putin wants to end war, open to joining Zelensky-Putin meeting if needed. Trump also noted that he was very “disappointed” by the recent deadly attacks on civilians in Ukraine during the negotiation process.

Senior Russian official responds to Trump comment with World War III threat. US envoy calls this “reckless”. Keith Kellogg called for a ceasefire and reminded that the US is still awaiting the Russian memorandum for ending the war.

Putin-Zelenskyy meeting possible but needs delegation agreements, Kremlin says. Russia’s top spokesman confirmed Moscow remains open to a Putin-Zelenskyy meeting but only after their negotiating teams reach preliminary agreements.

Record 81% of Europeans support common defense policy amid Ukraine war. Trust in the European Union has reached its highest point in 18 years. A poll shows that 59% of EU citizens support the purchase and supply of weapons for Ukraine.

Reuters: Russia demands written pledge to halt “NATO eastward expansion” and sanctions relief. Putin wants Ukraine’s neutrality, protection for Russian speakers, and guarantees against NATO membership for former Soviet republics, while Ukraine rejects all these demands.

Zelenskyy visits Germany as Taurus missile debate intensifies over Ukraine aid. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in Berlin on 28 May as Germany’s new chancellor considers reversing his predecessor’s ban on Taurus missile deliveries.

Lithuania aid meant for Ukrainians went to citizens of other countries, including Russia and Belarusia. The European Social Fund Agency dismissed its director after an audit revealed that over $1,1 mn in Ukrainian refugee aid went to ineligible recipients.

Humanitarian and social impact

“Russia destroys future of Ukraine”: Russian missile strike killed three siblings aged 8, 12, 17. Hundreds of Ukrainians attended funeral services for the Martyniuk children, including 17-year-old Roman, 8-year-old Stanislav, and 12-year-old Tamara, whose parents survived the attack.

Political and legal developments

Russia builds power lines to restart and connect seized Ukrainian nuclear plant to its grid. The occupied Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, captured by Russian forces in March 2022, would become the first nuclear facility seized by one nation during war and operated for another country’s energy needs if Moscow’s plans succeed.

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Exclusive

The genocide definer predicted Putin’s Ukraine war 70 years ago — and was right. The lawyer behind the term “genocide” warned that Moscow was set to erase Ukraine’s identity—and Putin’s invasion proved him devastatingly right.

Russia attacks Ukraine with 355 drones. Zelenskyy says Moscow escalates attacks to defy global diplomacy. It was the third consecutive night of Russia’s massive combined drone and missile assault on Ukraine.

Russia tests new anti-drone “porcupine” tank. Ukraine’s drones still win. From cope cages to turtle tanks, Russian anti-drone armor kept evolving. The latest iteration—a porcupine bristling with metal spikes—just met Ukrainian drones and lost, but likely won’t be the last.

Trump’s hidden China plan just blew up in Istanbul. Trump believes he can steal Russia from China’s embrace—but Moscow has already been bought.

Russia bombs Ukrainian hotels full of journalists — 31 times, on purpose. A new report calls it a calculated assault on the press.

Military

Ukrainian attack targets Russian facility 800 kilometers from border that supplies gunpowder manufacturers. Ukrainian drones struck the same Russian chemical facility for the second time in five months, hitting a plant that supplies materials for military explosives production.

Ukrainian drones target Splav rocket plant in Russia’s Tula for the third time this month. Geolocated video suggests the same workshop was hit last night as in a prior attack on NPO Splav site. Alternatively, one of the Russian equipment storage bases might have been a target.

Drones hit Russia’s Shahed drone factory 1,200 km from Ukraine again. The facility in Tatarstan’s Yelabuga was previously targeted in April.

Ukraine faces third consecutive night of massive Russian drone attacks. Russian forces conducted their most extensive missile and drone strikes of the full-scale war over the past 48 hours. Kyiv, Zaporizhzhia, Odesa, and Kharkiv oblasts sustained another Russian attack overnight on 26 May

German Merz: Ukraine now free to strike deep inside Russia with Western long-range weapons. Chancellor Friedrich Merz emphasized that these strikes only target military infrastructure and not civilians unlike Russian attacks.

ISW: Russia ramps up missile strikes and propaganda in bid to crush Ukrainian morale and Western will. With battlefield progress stalled, Moscow turns to messaging warfare.

As of 26 MAY 2025, the approximate losses of weapons and military equipment of the Russian Armed Forces from the beginning of the invasion to the present day:

• • • Personnel: 981850 (+1000)
    • Tanks: 10858 (+4)
    • APV: 22641 (+8)
    • Artillery systems: 28320 (+51)
    • MLRS: 1397 (+1)
    • Anti-aircraft systems: 1171
    • Aircraft: 372
    • Helicopters: 336
    • UAV: 37631 (+264)
    • Cruise missiles : 3256 (+53)
    • Warships/boats: 28
    • Submarines: 1
    • Vehicles and fuel tanks: 49843 (+92)

Intelligence and technology

Ukraine intelligence: Russia can theoretically mobilize 25 million people. Only 3 million would be combat ready. Since the full-scale invasion began, Moscow mobilized 1.3 million troops and nearly one million of Russian soldiers were killed or wounded during this time, while the Kremlin remains committed to the war of attrition in Ukraine.

Belarus has nuclear carriers but no warheads, says Ukrainian intelligence. Ukraine’s intelligence service says that nuclear weapon carriers including aircraft and Iskander missiles are present in Belarus but no warheads have been deployed there despite Russian deployment agreements.

International

Netherlands sends last batch of F-16s to protect Ukraine amid intensified Russian attacks. The completion of the 24-aircraft donation comes as Ukrainian forces face daily Russian air attacks, with the jets providing enhanced survivability over outdated Soviet aircraft.

Sweden allocates half a billion dollars for Ukraine defense and security. The funding will be distributed across multiple international procurement initiatives rather than direct weapons transfers.

Latvia urges EU to shut visa door on Russians. Latvian interior and foreign ministers cite security risks as grounds for halting all new visas to Russian nationals.

EU warns US: “Peace through strength” only works if Ukraine gets more support. EU defense chief Kubilius says Ukraine’s partners must step up, or peace will remain out of reach.

Merz: Hungary and Slovakia could lose EU funds over pro-Russia stance. EU won’t tolerate Hungary and Slovakia blocking Russia sanctions, the German Chancellor says.

Dutch defense chief seeks to include Zelenskyy to June NATO summit in The Hague. Minister Ruben Brekelmans stated though that Zelenskyy’s participation would likely occur outside the main session with all 32 member states.

Macron: Trump now realizes Putin lied to him about Ukraine peace readiness. French President said this in response to Trump’s recent comments that Putin “has gone absolutely crazy” and “needlessly kills a lot of people” following a deadly 25 May attack on Ukraine.

Trump slams Putin as “crazy” after deadly Russian attack, but also blames Zelenskyy and Biden. He believes something “happened” to Putin, while claiming Zelenskyy worsens the war.

EU Defense Chief: “Russia not as powerful as thought” – won’t win Ukraine war. European Commissioner Andrius Kubilius says the EU must avoid a “chaotic divorce” with America while preparing for reduced US military involvement in European defense.

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Exclusive

Russia tests new “porcupine” anti-drone armor. Ukraine’s drones still win.. From cope cages to turtle tanks, Russian anti-drone armor kept evolving. The latest iteration—a porcupine bristling with metal spikes—just met Ukrainian drones and lost, but likely won’t be the last.

The diplomatic delusion driving Trump’s appeasement of Putin. A president too arrogant to study his enemy thinks he can divide the world’s closest autocrats.

Russia bombs Ukrainian hotels full of journalists — 31 times, on purpose. A new report calls it a calculated assault on the press.

“They care about your lives more”: Viral Black journalist shatters illusions about Ukraine war support. Social media dubbed him “Harriet Tubman” for helping Ukrainians flee the war. Then they turned on him for demanding solidarity for all.

Military

Drone-on-drone: Ukrainian police show destruction of Russian FPV ambush drones. A new video reveals how patrol police drone operators are countering hidden drone threats.

Ukraine captures 971 Russian troops during Kursk operation since August. The Kursk offensive operation became Ukraine’s most successful campaign for taking Russian prisoners, netting 971 captives over nine months.

Ukrainian drones hit Russian military train with fuel in occupied Zaporizhzhia Oblast (video). Footage shows the fiery aftermath of a 24 May attack on a key railway supply line.

ISW: Russian salient near Donetsk Oblast’s Kostiantynivka grows, threatening the city. Recent advances southwest of the town may enable a future assault toward Kostiantynivka or Pokrovsk, ISW reports.

Russian Migalovo airbase hit by kamikaze drones, reports confirm (video). The base in Tver Oblast hosts Il-76 and An-124 military transport aircraft. During the drone assault, Russian air defenses reportedly targeted at least two Russian planes.

Russian forces attempt border probes in Kharkiv Oblast, no signs of large-scale attacks, military says. Earlier, Sky News claimed Russia has concentrated 50,000 troops near Kharkiv Oblast’s border.

As of 25 MAY 2025, the approximate losses of weapons and military equipment of the Russian Armed Forces from the beginning of the invasion to the present day:

• Personnel: 980850 (+1020)
• Tanks: 10854 (+2)
• APV: 22633 (+11)
• Artillery systems: 28269 (+68)
• MLRS: 1396 (+1)
• Anti-aircraft systems: 1169
• Aircraft: 372
• Helicopters: 336
• UAV: 37367 (+190)
• Cruise missiles: 3203 (+6)
• Warships/boats: 28
• Submarines: 1
• Vehicles and fuel tanks: 49751 (+112)

Intelligence and technology

Ukraine needs strategic command for defense innovation to challenge Thales and Rheinmetall, says EW systems producer. Ukraine must establish an engineering command center to transform frontline needs into mass-produced miracles, says Anatolii Khrapchynskyi at the Ukraine–EU defense forum in Brussels.

YLE: Recycled fishing nets become Ukraine’s frontline anti-drone tool. Old gear once used by Danish and Swedish fishermen now protects Ukrainian soldiers from aerial attacks.

China provides 80% of critical electronics for Russian drones, intelligence agency says. Ukraine’s intelligence service confirmed that about 20 Russian factories receive Chinese machine tools, special chemicals, gunpowder and components specifically for military enterprises.

Ukraine to get last pledged Dutch F-16 fighter jets tomorrow. Dutch Defense Minister Ruben Brekelmans confirmed the delivery will complete the pledged shipment of 24 aircraft.

US intelligence: Putin remains ready to fight through 2025— war determines his legacy. Despite heavy losses, Moscow “seems comfortable with the current cost of its slow advances,” betting on a war of attrition that intelligence officials say will likely favor Russia through 2025 without increased Western aid for Ukraine.

Russia is secretly building nuclear air-to-air missiles—for killing drones, apparently. A Cold War-era missile gets a nuclear upgrade—for a 21st-century enemy: drones.

Bloomberg: Europe can’t make enough weapons for Ukraine—so it wants to buy American. Europe can’t build fast enough—so it’s eyeing American weapons for Ukraine.

International

“War goes on regardless of weekends,” Zelenskyy blasts US silence after massive strike. As Trump pushes peace talks, Putin answers with ballistic hell across Ukrainian cities.

Russian navy now guards shadow fleet oil tankers in Gulf of Finland, minister says. The presence of military escorts to tankers is something Finnish officials haven’t seen before.

WP: Trump softens on Putin as Russian battlefield edge declines. The Kremlin faces military strain, yet Trump appears reluctant to escalate pressure.

Humanitarian and social impact

No Azov soldiers freed in 1000-for-1000 prisoner swap. More than 800 soldiers of the Ukrainian National Guard’s Azov unit remain in Russian captivity since 2022.

Russia kills two women in Kupiansk, hitting the city with 500 and 1,500 kg bombs. Two air-dropped FAB bombs with UMPK guidance kit destroyed dozens of homes.

Zelenskyy: “303 defenders are home” after final stage of 1000-for-1000 prisoner exchange. Soldiers from Donetsk, Luhansk, Kherson, and more are now receiving medical aid and support. Among the freed are National Guard members, border guards, and Mariupol defenders.

Russia’s massive missile and drone assault kills at least 12 civilians, injures 52, between two prisoner swaps. Ukraine’s Air Force reports over 350 aerial weapons launched in one night.

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