The EU unveiled its largest sanctions package in four years against Russia, leading FIDE President Arkady Dvorkovich to suspend his activity. The measures target 218 individuals and entities, including banks, vessels, and military-industrial complex, while Ukraine faces ongoing attacks.
Ukraine launched over 400 drones at Moscow, hitting industrial sites and an oil depot, while Russia continued ballistic missile attacks on Ukrainian cities, causing multiple casualties. Cross-border strikes also led to deaths in Belgorod and on a cargo vessel near Odesa, as Ukraine's military commander Syrskyi faces potential dismissal.
Russia conducted overnight missile and drone attacks across Ukraine, resulting in at least two deaths and several injuries. The strikes targeted Kyiv and other regions, including Mykolaiv, Dnipropetrovsk, Zaporizhzhia, and Kharkiv. Ukraine also targeted Russian territory, with one fatality reported in Saratov. The attacks precede a meeting between Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and US President Trump at the Nato summit.
Ukraine's President Zelensky appealed to NATO allies at the summit in Turkey for urgent air defence systems to counter escalating Russian missile attacks. The call follows recent deadly strikes on Kyiv, highlighting Ukraine's vulnerability to ballistic missiles despite successful drone interceptions.
Ukraine's President Zelensky pleaded for Patriot interceptor missiles after Russia's latest bombardment killed at least 26 people in the Kyiv region. He cited an inability to intercept ballistic missiles due to a shortage. Meanwhile, the US urged NATO allies to increase defense spending immediately ahead of a summit.
Ukraine's Air Force stated a "serious shortage" of interceptor missiles prevented them from shooting down any of the 23 ballistic missiles Russia fired at Kyiv. At least 15 people were killed in the capital, with more casualties in the wider region. President Zelensky urged allies to provide air defenses at the upcoming NATO summit.
Russia launched 23 ballistic missiles at Kyiv, none of which were intercepted due to a "serious shortage" of missiles, Ukraine's Air Force stated. At least 22 people were killed and 56 injured in the attack, which also involved cruise missiles and drones. President Zelensky urged allies to provide more air defenses.
A "serious shortage" of interceptor missiles meant Ukraine couldn't shoot down any of the 23 ballistic missiles Russia fired at Kyiv, killing at least 13. President Zelensky urged allies to provide more air defenses at the upcoming Nato summit.
Russia launched one of its largest combined missile and drone attacks on Ukraine, killing at least 18 people and injuring 60, primarily in Kyiv. Ukrainian officials cited critical air defense gaps due to a shortage of Patriot interceptor missiles, prompting President Zelenskyy to renew calls for more aid.
Ukraine's Air Force stated a "serious shortage" of interceptor missiles prevented them from shooting down any of the 23 ballistic missiles Russia fired at Kyiv. At least 18 people were killed in the attack, with widespread destruction reported.
Russia launched 23 ballistic missiles at Kyiv, none of which were intercepted due to a "serious shortage" of interceptor missiles, Ukraine's Air Force stated. At least 12 people were killed in the capital, with more casualties in the wider region. President Zelensky urged NATO allies to provide air defenses.
Russia launched 23 ballistic missiles at Kyiv, none of which were intercepted by Ukraine's Air Force due to a "serious shortage" of interceptor missiles. At least 14 people were killed in the attack, which also damaged residential buildings, warehouses, and workshops. President Zelensky appealed to NATO allies for air defense systems.
At least 11 people were killed and 46 injured in Kyiv following a second night of Russian strikes. Residential buildings were hit, with rescue efforts ongoing at over 20 locations. The attacks occurred ahead of a NATO summit where Ukrainian President Zelensky is expected to discuss military aid with President Trump.
A Russian missile and drone attack on Kyiv killed at least 10 people and injured 46, damaging over a dozen residential buildings. This is the second large-scale assault on the capital in less than a week, with Ukraine's military reporting 68 missiles and 351 drones fired overnight. President Zelenskyy had warned of a potential new assault before the upcoming NATO summit.
At least nine people were killed and 46 wounded in a Russian missile and drone attack on Kyiv early Monday, damaging apartment blocks and other buildings. This follows the deadliest assault on the capital this year, as Ukraine and Russia escalate long-range attacks.
At least seven people were killed in Kyiv after Russia launched a barrage of missiles and drones, hitting apartment blocks and residential buildings. Rescue crews are pulling residents from shattered buildings. The attack follows Ukrainian President Zelensky's warning of a "massive strike" and comes as Trump prepares to meet Zelensky at a Nato summit.
Kyiv experienced its worst Russian attack in over four years, with 21 killed and dozens injured by nearly 500 drones and over 70 missiles. Residential buildings and infrastructure were hit, prompting a day of mourning. President Zelenskyy reiterated calls for air defense aid.
Kyiv experienced its worst Russian attack in over four years, with 21 killed and dozens injured. Russia launched nearly 500 drones and over 70 missiles, hitting residential buildings and infrastructure. President Zelenskyy urged allies for more air defense, stating Ukraine fights alone.
At least 18 people were killed and over 90 injured after Russian drones and missiles struck residential buildings in Kyiv. Mayor Vitali Klitschko described it as the "most massive enemy attack," with an apartment building partially collapsing. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy called for more air defense supplies, including Patriot missiles.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has renewed his appeal to the United States to allow Ukraine to manufacture Patriot air defense missiles under license, following a major Russian aerial attack on Kyiv that killed 13 and injured over 90. Ukraine aims to establish a domestic industrial base to reduce dependence on foreign deliveries and ensure long-term security.
Russian drones and missiles struck residential buildings in Kyiv overnight, killing at least 13 people and injuring over 80. The attacks caused partial collapse of an apartment building and fires, with search and rescue operations ongoing. This follows recent Ukrainian drone attacks on Moscow.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy abruptly ended his visit to Dublin, warning of an imminent, large-scale Russian attack. He stated that Putin has been preparing the strike and urged citizens to heed air raid alerts.
Sweden will deliver 16 Gripen E fighter jets to Ukraine for $2.54bn. Denmark also announced a $671.8m military aid package. Meanwhile, Ukraine's military prepares for a potential Russian offensive from the north, and a parcel bomb injured three in Monaco, reportedly targeting a Ukrainian-origin businessman.
Russian missile and drone attacks killed at least 11 civilians and injured 40 in Ukraine on Monday. The strikes hit the nation's energy grid during a severe heatwave, causing power outages in eight regions as demand for electricity surged due to high temperatures.
