Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant loses external power again amid ongoing urban combat and drone strikes

Ukrainian forces are engaged in urban combat in Kostiantynivka, with assault units deployed as a battalion commander described the city as "semi-encircled" due to Russian advances near Chasiv Yar and Berestky. Separately, the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant experienced its 19th loss of external power on June 10 following an attack on an electrical substation, according to the IAEA. Ukraine's General Staff reported 251 combat engagements on June 10, noting 100 Russian air strikes, 292 guided bombs, and over 9,000 kamikaze drones. Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi stated Ukrainian drone units struck nearly 180,000 Russian targets in May, claiming a 1.5 to 1 advantage in FPV drones. President Zelenskyy is reportedly developing a new strategy that includes drone attacks on targets such as St. Petersburg and diplomatic outreach, possibly in preparation for autumn negotiations. Sources: Громадське, Радіо Свобода, Українська правда