Russian military bloggers estimate new recruits on the Ukrainian frontline survive only 20-35 minutes due to intense drone attacks. Ukraine's evolving drone capabilities are reportedly causing high Russian casualties, with some estimates suggesting a 8:1 loss ratio.
Bahrain condemns Iran for drone attacks on its territory, alleging a threat to citizen security. This follows US strikes against Iran after it attacked a ship in the Strait of Hormuz, straining a recent ceasefire agreement.
The US military conducted strikes against Iran on Friday, targeting missile and drone storage sites and radar installations. This action followed President Trump's accusation that Iran launched drone attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz, including the M/V Ever Lovely.
The U.S. military launched retaliatory strikes against Iran on Friday, targeting missile and drone storage locations and radar sites after accusing Tehran of violating a ceasefire with drone attacks on commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran vowed a swift and decisive response.
President Trump accused Iran of violating a ceasefire by launching four drones at ships in the Strait of Hormuz, one striking a cargo vessel off Oman. This led the UN's International Maritime Organization to pause efforts to evacuate stranded ships, citing safety concerns.
Power has been restored to most of Sevastopol following temporary restrictions due to drone attacks, though some districts remain without electricity. Governor Mikhail Razvozhayev advised caution when resuming appliance use and expects full restoration within hours. Nearly 70 Ukrainian drones were reportedly shot down overnight.
Donald Trump condemned Iran's alleged drone attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz, calling it a "foolish violation of our ceasefire agreement." A cargo ship was damaged but continued its journey, while Iran's IRGC stated transit through the strait requires Tehran's approval.
Russia's ambassador to Ankara, Sergey Vershinin, stated that safeguarding Black Sea navigation is a top national priority, blaming Ukraine for recent drone attacks on cargo ships. He affirmed Russia's strong cooperation with Turkey in upholding Black Sea security.
Russia's Defence Ministry reported intercepting 660 Ukrainian drones across 12 Russian regions, Crimea, the Black Sea, and the Azov Sea in a major nighttime attack. Following these increasing aerial assaults, Moscow-installed governor Sergey Aksyonov declared a regional-level emergency situation in Crimea and Sevastopol.
Russia is constructing at least 17 large protective shelters for its strategic bombers at Engels Air Base, a key hub for its Long-Range Aviation branch. This move, prompted by drone attacks on airbases, signifies a shift from past practices of keeping bombers visible for arms-control transparency.
A man was killed and a woman was injured by Ukrainian army drone attacks in the Belgorod Region. The man died from a drone explosion in Privetny village, Veydelevsky District, while the woman sustained a shrapnel wound to her back and was hospitalized.
Eighteen civilians, including a teenager, were wounded in the Donetsk People's Republic (DPR) due to Ukrainian drone attacks on June 22. The attacks also damaged civilian infrastructure, vehicles, and trucks in Gorlovka and Yasinovataya.
Polish PM Donald Tusk cautioned against a political conflict with Ukraine, calling it a strategic mistake. This follows Poland revoking Zelenskyy's top honor after he supported renaming a unit after nationalists who massacred Poles in WWII. Meanwhile, Ukraine's attacks on Russian fuel supplies in Crimea have led to civilian gas sales suspension.
Crimea faces an unprecedented crisis as Russian-imposed authorities ban fuel sales to civilians and businesses to prioritize the military, which is under pressure from Ukrainian drone attacks. The Kerch Strait ferry and a land bridge are suspended after deadly attacks, exacerbating supply issues across Russia and leading to tourist cancellations in Crimea.
Las autoridades rusas en Crimea han prohibido la venta de combustible a particulares y empresas para priorizar el suministro al ejército, ante el aumento de ataques de drones ucranianos. Cinco personas murieron en un ataque contra ferries en el estrecho de Kerch, que ahora están suspendidos. La crisis de suministro se extiende a otras regiones de Rusia.
At least four people were killed and 28 wounded in Ukrainian drone attacks on Crimea targeting oil depots and fuel facilities used by Russia. Russia's Defense Ministry reported shooting down 239 drones. Ukraine confirmed hitting oil facilities in Crimea and Russia's Krasnodar region, exacerbating a fuel crisis on the peninsula.
Ukraine's sustained drone attacks on Russian oil refineries are leading to widespread fuel shortages, with some regions implementing purchase limits and prices soaring, causing public discontent.
Drone attacks, once unthinkable, are now a daily reality in Russia as Kyiv retaliates for Moscow's bombings. Residents are urged to "hold it together" as attacks can happen "anywhere and to anyone."
Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps has established new secret cells in Iraq, composed of elite Iraqi Shi'ite fighters, to conduct drone attacks on Gulf nations like Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE. This tactic bypasses existing militia networks, aiming to preserve Iran's regional influence amid depleted resources and posing a challenge for Iraq's new prime minister.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps has established new secret cells in Iraq, comprising elite Iraqi Shi'ite fighters, to conduct drone attacks on Gulf nations like Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE. This tactic bypasses existing militia networks to maintain regional influence amid depleted resources, posing a challenge for Iraq's new prime minister.
Ukraine launched a large-scale drone attack on Moscow early Thursday, with multiple drones hitting the capital's main oil refinery for the second time this week. Russian air defenses reportedly destroyed nearly 200 drones, but some caused damage, injuring 17 people. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy called the attacks a "fully justified" response to Russian bombings.
Moscow reports downing over 190 drones in largest Ukrainian attack in two years. Iran categorizes countries by Strait of Hormuz use, calls on Saudi Arabia to eject US troops. US and Iran to hold talks in Switzerland. Trump suggests Israel use 'softer touch' in Lebanon.
Ukraine launched its largest drone attack on Moscow, targeting an oil refinery and residential buildings. President Zelenskyy stated the attacks are retaliation for a Russian strike that damaged a historic Kyiv monastery, vowing "if Ukraine burns, your Moscow will burn."
Russia reported intercepting 555 Ukrainian drones in an overnight attack, marking one of the most massive drone assaults this year. This follows similar large-scale attacks on May 17 and earlier in June.
