Russia launches extensive air attacks, causing casualties; Trump reportedly critical of Putin
Russia launched a major air assault on Ukraine on June 28, deploying approximately 150 airborne targets, including ballistic missiles and drones, causing casualties in Kyiv and Zaporizhzhia. Front-line fighting continued, and Donald Trump reportedly criticized Vladimir Putin's ac
Russia conducted a large-scale aerial assault on Ukraine on June 28, deploying approximately 150 airborne targets, including two "Zircon" or "Onyx" anti-ship missiles, six "Iskander" ballistic missiles, and 142 strike drones. Ballistic missiles struck Kyiv, causing fires in the Darnytskyi district and resulting in casualties. In Zaporizhzhia, a Russian strike led to two fatalities and 16 injuries. Meanwhile, intense fighting persisted along the front lines, with 241 combat engagements recorded on June 27. Separately, former US President Donald Trump reportedly voiced dissatisfaction with Vladimir Putin's actions at the G7 summit and suggested a potential change regarding "Anchorage agreements," according to reports citing US officials.
Sources: Громадське, Українська правда, Forbes Ukraine
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Earlier coverage
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