Ukrainian military

Russia attacked Ukraine with missiles and drones, killing 20 people and exposing Kyiv’s shortage of U.S.-made interceptors. Ukraine’s military failed to intercept most of the 23 ballistic missiles, highlighting vulnerabilities as NATO summit discussions on defense support approach.

The Ukrainian military struck one of Russia’s largest oil refineries in Kstovo, damaging a key processing unit and causing a fire. Additional targets included a Russian drone warehouse in Zaporizhzhia, a logistics bridge in Luhansk, and a command post in the Kharkiv region.

Ukraine's military resiliency, weapons production ingenuity, and growing military prowess are challenging Russian advances, making it impossible for Moscow to claim victory. The article highlights Ukraine's strategic advantage in an asymmetrical war by focusing on avoiding defeat rather than achieving offensive success.

Ukrainian President Zelensky announced that Ukraine's drones struck an oil refinery in Russia’s Tyumen Region, over 2,000km from Ukraine. He also stated that Ukraine has developed new long-range drones with a range exceeding 3,000km.

Ukrainian drones penetrated three layers of Moscow's air defenses to attack the Moscow Oil Refinery, a key Russian oil facility, according to Kyiv. President Zelenskyy stated Ukraine would continue responding to Russian aggression, emphasizing strikes on Moscow if the war persists.

Zelensky announced a military reform plan featuring higher pay for troops, fixed service terms of 10–24 months, and new infantry contracts. The proposal includes rear pay increases to Hr.30,000 ($667) and frontline contracts averaging Hr.300,000 ($6,667), alongside expanded foreign recruitment and simplified troop transfers.

Ukrainian drone strikes targeting fuel supplies to Crimea have triggered a fuel crisis on the Russian-held peninsula, with attacks on refineries, depots, pipelines, and tanker trucks disrupting the land corridor from Russia. The Kremlin has acknowledged the crisis, which threatens tourism and highlights Ukraine's ability to disrupt Moscow's military operations.

Ukrainian drone strikes targeting fuel supplies to Crimea have triggered a fuel crisis on the Russian-held peninsula, with attacks on refineries, depots, pipelines, and tanker trucks disrupting the land corridor from Russia. The Kremlin has acknowledged the crisis, which threatens tourism during the summer season and highlights Ukraine's ability to disrupt Russian operations.

Ukrainian drone strikes on refineries, depots, and pipelines have triggered a fuel crisis in Russian-held Crimea, disrupting tourism ahead of Russia Day. The Kremlin has publicly acknowledged the crisis, marking a rare admission of the impact of Ukraine's military operations.

Uncrewed ground vehicles have been tested by the Ukrainian military for defending front lines, with these remotely controlled robots potentially becoming decisive factors in conflicts despite their limitations.

Ukraine conducted extensive drone attacks on Russian refineries and military facilities near St. Petersburg, described as 'unprecedented' by a Russian official. The Ukrainian military targeted naval sites, oil depots, and terminals in the Leningrad region, marking the second major drone wave in the area recently.

The Ukrainian military struck ships and infrastructure at Russia’s Kronstadt naval base near St. Petersburg, damaging Russian vessels including a corvette undergoing repairs. Ukrainian President Zelensky confirmed the attack, which targeted a key Baltic Fleet facility in the Leningrad region.

Russia launched a massive overnight attack on Kyiv using missiles and drones, resulting in over a dozen deaths and hundreds of injuries. The attack follows Russian warnings of 'systematic strikes' on Ukrainian military-linked targets in the capital, with calls for foreigners to evacuate.

Ukraine launched strikes on Russian energy sites in Rostov and Saratov regions, causing fires and infrastructure damage. Ukraine denied Russian claims that a Ukrainian drone struck the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, which Russia occupies, while the International Atomic Energy Agency expressed concern over the incident.

Ukraine is constructing a multi-layered defense system around Odesa, including anti-tank ditches, barbed-wire barriers, and 'dragon’s teeth' to prepare for potential Russian offensives. The system will also incorporate mobile fire groups, interceptor crews, and volunteer territorial units as part of long-term security measures.

Ukraine is preparing for a potential significant air attack using Russian hypersonic missiles, following a directive from Russian President Vladimir Putin to military forces to ready retaliation options. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky condemned the threat, calling it 'Russian madness' on social media.

A Ukrainian commander was fired after soldiers under his command were found emaciated and starved. The incident came to light when a soldier's wife shared shocking images of their condition.

Russia launched its deadliest aerial attack in months, killing 18 in Ukraine, while a Ukrainian drone strike killed two in Russia, according to Moscow, following an Orthodox Easter truce.

A ProPublica reporter, Robert Faturechi, was impersonated by an unknown individual using his name and headshot on WhatsApp and LinkedIn. The impersonator contacted Canadian military officials and a Latvian businessman, discussing UAVs in Ukraine, prompting ProPublica to report the fake account to WhatsApp.