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Russian ballistic missiles struck Kyiv, causing fires and wounding at least three civilians, while attacks elsewhere in Ukraine killed two. Ukraine’s drone attacks have stalled Russian advances in an expanded campaign inside Russia, leading to fuel shortages and pressure on Vladimir Putin. Four were killed in a Russian-held area hit by Ukraine.

Russian authorities are recruiting students to address soldier shortages in drone regiments. A billboard in Saint Petersburg advertises a job in the Russian army with the message 'New. Irreplaceable'.

Ukraine attacked warehouses owned by the Russian e-commerce company Wildberries, which it claims supplies the Russian army, on July 24. A separate attack on a factory killed at least six people, while Russian strikes near Kyiv killed ten.

Russian soldiers report severe fuel shortages due to Ukraine's refinery strikes, leading to rationing, disrupted logistics, and increased costs. Some troops are walking miles to obtain supplies, while volunteer groups seek gasoline donations.

A Russian official claims the Russian Army has regained control of the R-280 highway, a key supply route to Crimea. Kyiv has pledged to 'isolate' Crimea by securing the highway in southern Ukraine.

Russian army deserters in Germany are facing denial of their asylum applications, with one individual expressing fear of being sent back to fight on the front lines.

A Russian airstrike occurred in Kyiv on July 2, 2026, highlighting the Russian army's loss of advantage against Ukraine.

A Russian Army general was arrested on fraud charges. Major General Alexander Dembitsky led a recently created army corps within the Leningrad Military District.

Alexander Lunin, a Russian war veteran, was jailed for threatening an armed revolt against the Kremlin. He claimed the Russian army would 'turn its weapons against the Kremlin' unless Putin met with him to address alleged abuse by military commanders.

Russia is described as having lost the war, with Vladimir Putin's isolation and internal regime instability highlighted. Ukraine is urged to pursue victory, secure borders, and justice from a position of strength.

The Russian Army reportedly downed nearly 700 Ukrainian drones overnight. Unverified reports indicated a chemical factory and thermal power plant in the central Tula region were targeted in drone attacks.

The French Army hosted its first international drone competition at Chaumont-Semoutiers airbase, where NATO soldiers raced FPV drones and shared tactical insights. The event combined drone racing with simulated military strikes, reflecting FPV drones' growing role in modern warfare, particularly in Ukraine, where they now inflict 60% of Russian army losses.

A Ukrainian drone strike on a university dormitory in Russian-controlled Luhansk killed 10 people and injured dozens. Russian President Vladimir Putin condemned the attack and ordered the army to prepare a response.

A British general warns that the Russian army is 'formidable' and 'significantly more lethal' than during its invasion of Ukraine. The statement highlights concerns about Russia's enhanced military capabilities.

Russia claims it is preparing a response after accusing Latvia of hosting Ukrainian drone attacks, though NATO has dismissed these allegations. NATO denies allowing Ukraine to launch drone operations from its territory, rejecting Moscow's accusations as unfounded.

Russia's army is facing a desertion crisis as soldiers seek to escape serving in Ukraine, with many trying to find a way out of the conflict. The Russian army continues to use waves of soldiers to attack Ukraine's defensive positions. This has led to a significant challenge for the Russian military.

A Russian attack on Ukrainian cities using an Iranian-designed Shahed 136 drone killed four people, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy. The drone was observed flying over Kyiv during the attack on December 27.