Ukraine reports drone interceptions, intense combat, and critical situation in Kostiantynivka
Ukrainian air defenses intercepted 110 of 118 Russian drones. Combat engagements totaled 193. Kostiantynivka faces urban fighting and encirclement, with experts noting a "sharply worsened" situation. ZNPP lost external power.
Ukrainian air defenses reported intercepting or suppressing 110 of 118 Russian uncrewed aerial vehicles launched overnight on June 13 across northern, southern, and eastern regions. Three drones struck targets, and debris fell in six locations. Separately, the General Staff reported 193 combat engagements on June 12, including 61 air strikes, 193 guided aerial bombs, over 6,000 drone attacks, and 2,341 shelling incidents. In Kostiantynivka, urban fighting persists as enemy forces have infiltrated the city, with assault units engaged in clearing operations. A battalion commander noted the city is "semi-encircled" due to Russian advances near Chasiv Yar and Berestky. Military experts indicate a "sharply worsened" situation in June, with one expert suggesting Kostiantynivka could be lost by Ukraine in "June-July." The Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant also experienced its 19th complete loss of external power on June 10, following an attack on an electrical substation, prompting the use of backup diesel generators, as confirmed by the IAEA. Sources: Українська правда, Радіо Свобода, Громадське
