Russia launches its largest drone attack on Ukraine on the eve of the third year of the war
Overnight, Russia launched 267 drones in Ukraine, destroying infrastructure and killing at least three people, the third year of the world's day before Moscow's comprehensive Invasion.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on social media that this is “the biggest attack since Iranian drones began to attack Ukrainian cities and villages.” The Ukrainian Air Force said 138 drones were shot down 13 Ukrainian regions, and 119 were lost on the way to the target.
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The Air Force said it also launched three ballistic missiles. According to the head of the Kryvyi Rih military government, a man was killed during a missile strike in Kryvyi Rih.
Zelenskyy said Russia launched nearly 1,150 drones this week, more than 1,400 led air bombs and 35 missiles.
“Every day, our people oppose air strikes,” Zelenskyy wrote on X.
The attack took place as leaders in Kiev and Europe across the country seek rapid changes in U.S. foreign policy under President Trump, who has surpassed years of firm support for Ukraine in a few days, leading to fears of him Will join Moscow in coerce a war solution that has nothing to do with Ukraine and its European supporters.
Mr. Trump and Russian officials and their engagement Agree to reopen diplomatic ties and economic cooperation Moscow marks dramatic face-to-face in U.S. policy Trying to isolate Russia and his President Vladimir Putin in the War.
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Zelenskyy expressed concerns that Trump's quick resolution would lead to territorial loss in Ukraine, although U.S. officials assert that Ukrainian leaders would be involved if peace talks actually begin.
“We must do everything we can to bring lasting and peace to Ukraine,” Zelenskyy wrote on social media on Sunday. “This is achieved through the unity of all partners – we need the power of the whole of Europe, the power of the United States, every The power of a man seeking lasting peace.”
However, Mr. Trump caused alarm and anger in Ukraine when he suggested that Keefe start the war this week, Zelenskyy, the “dictator” law.
Russia's Deputy Foreign Minister said on Saturday that preparations are underway Trump Putin ConferenceThis further signs that at least for the Trump administration, the isolation of Russian leaders began to thaw. The White House did not immediately respond to CBS News' request for comment on the proposed meeting.
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Zelenskyy and other officials will attend the Kiev forum on Sunday. The forum will discuss the country's countries the day before the war reaches three years. Zelenskyy will end the forum at a press conference.
Meanwhile, Putin praised the Russian soldiers fighting in Ukraine for defending “their homeland, national interests and Russia’s future” in a special televised message on Sunday.
Putin's speech marks the defender of Russia's Day of Defense of the Motherland, the sunset the day before the anniversary of the Ukrainian invasion. He used holiday greetings to provide greater social support to military personnel and to new weapons and equipment for Russian troops.
“Today, as the world develops, our strategic process of strengthening and developing the armed forces remains unchanged,” he said, and the future. ”
