Kyiv experiences explosions as Russian forces attempt Kostiantynivka infiltration

Kyiv experienced explosions on the evening of June 25, with Ukraine's Air Force reporting a ballistic missile threat and subsequent missile activity as air defense systems engaged. Separately, the Operational Command "East" confirmed Russian attempts to infiltrate Kostiantynivka in Donetsk, though it denied the city was encircled. Earlier reports had suggested a more significant penetration. Ukraine's Naval Forces affirmed that the Kinburn Spit remains an "active combat zone," noting its strategic importance. The death toll from Russia's June 23 missile strike on Kryvyi Rih rose to five after a 23-year-old man succumbed to severe injuries. Additionally, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy approved a 40-day influence operation by Ukraine's Security Service (SBU) aimed at encouraging Russia to end the conflict. Sources: Громадське, Радіо Свобода, Українська правда