Three civilians were killed and two injured in a Ukrainian overnight attack on Crimea, according to regional leader Sergey Aksyonov. He stated that authorities would provide all necessary assistance to those affected.
Kremlin states EU/US inaction forced Russia's 'special military operation,' now deemed direct participation in war. NATO reconnaissance flights near Kaliningrad continue, while FIVB lifts sanctions on Russia. Tensions rise in the Strait of Hormuz amid US naval deployment and Iranian threats, with Trump warning of swift US victory in conflict with Iran. Drone attacks target Russian gas infrastructure.
Ukraine's UN envoy, Andrii Melnyk, warned that Kyiv may revise its ceasefire offer to Russia if the UN Security Council doesn't pass a resolution for an unconditional end to hostilities. Melnyk cited Ukraine's recent successful strikes on Russian oil refineries and military targets as growing confidence in their war effort.
Crimea has suspended fuel sales to individuals and businesses starting June 21, with fuel now only available to government agencies ensuring the region's vital functions and security. Regional head Sergey Aksyonov urged calm and reliance on official information sources.
Crimea has banned nighttime rides on mopeds, quad bikes, and motorcycles, citing their noise resemblance to drone attacks and alleging children are deliberately involved. Ukraine has intensified drone attacks on the peninsula, impacting supply routes and fuel availability. Meanwhile, a Ukrainian drone hit a Moscow refinery, halting operations, and Russia's strikes killed at least eight people across Ukraine.
A Ukrainian drone struck a Moscow-Simferopol passenger train in Crimea, killing the assistant driver and injuring the driver. Passengers were unharmed and are being transported by bus.
Drone attacks in Crimea and Russian regions resulted in 4 deaths and 10 injuries. Air defenses intercepted 272 Ukrainian UAVs, with incidents reported in Simferopol, Sevastopol, and the Bryansk region.
A drone strike on a tourist bus in Donetsk, eastern Ukraine, on Wednesday killed eight people and injured 11. The bus was traveling between Moscow and Simferopol when it stopped to pick up passengers in Yenakiievo. Kiev forces were blamed for the attack.
