Ukraine intercepts drones as fighting intensifies in Kostiantynivka and ZNPP loses power

Ukrainian air defenses intercepted 110 of 118 Russian drones launched across northern, southern, and eastern regions on June 13, with three reportedly hitting their targets. This occurred after the General Staff reported 193 combat engagements on June 12, including 61 air strikes and over 6,000 drone attacks. Meanwhile, in Kostiantynivka, Ukrainian forces are conducting urban combat against enemy personnel who have infiltrated the city. A battalion commander stated the city is "semi-encircled" due to Russian advances near Chasiv Yar and Berestky. Military experts characterize the situation as "sharply worsened" this month, with one analyst predicting its potential loss to Russia in "June-July." Separately, the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant experienced its 19th complete loss of external power on June 10 following an attack on an electrical substation, requiring backup diesel generators, as confirmed by the IAEA.

Sources: Українська правда, Радіо Свобода, Громадське