Russia launched its largest drone attack on Ukraine since the full-scale invasion began, killing at least one person and injuring others. The strike came just hours after U.S. President Donald Trump pledged additional military support and called Vladimir Putin’s peace rhetoric “bullsh*t.”
At a Glance
- Russia launched 728 drones and 13 missiles in a record-breaking assault.
- At least one civilian was killed, with multiple injuries reported.
- Trump pledged Patriot systems and slammed Putin’s credibility on peace talks.
- Zelensky called for stronger sanctions and Western air defense support.
Russia’s Drone Blitz Hits Historic Scale
Ukraine’s air force reported that Russia launched 728 Shahed drones and 13 missiles overnight—the most intense aerial assault since the start of the war. While Ukrainian defenses intercepted 711 drones, several still struck key infrastructure and civilian areas. According to ABC News, one civilian was killed in the Kyiv region and dozens were forced to shelter underground as explosions rocked multiple cities.
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Trump Shifts Tone on Military Aid and Putin
In a White House cabinet meeting earlier Tuesday, Trump sharply criticized Putin, saying the Russian leader was “throwing a lot of bullsh*t” over stalled peace negotiations. As reported by Time, Trump simultaneously confirmed plans to send additional Patriot missile systems to Ukraine. The Wall Street Journal reported that the U.S. may accelerate shipments of radar-guided air defenses in response to the intensifying aerial campaign.
Zelensky Urges Action After “Deliberate Escalation”
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky condemned the strike, calling it a “deliberate escalation” intended to test Western unity. He urged international partners to increase sanctions targeting Russian energy revenues and to deliver additional weapons without delay. As The Daily Beast noted, the timing of the strike—just hours after Trump’s remarks—suggests Moscow may be challenging Washington’s commitment.
What Comes Next: Air Defense, Deterrence, and Escalation?
With Russia ramping up drone production and testing NATO’s response, Ukrainian officials warn that further strikes are imminent. NATO allies, including Poland and the U.K., have pledged to bolster air defense coordination. Whether U.S. support will arrive fast enough to deter another escalation remains uncertain as Ukrainian forces brace for a prolonged aerial campaign.
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