Ukrainian air defenses intercept drones as urban combat continues in Kostiantynivka
Ukrainian air defenses intercepted 110 of 118 Russian drones launched on June 13. Concurrently, the General Staff reported 193 combat engagements on June 12. In Kostiantynivka, urban combat is ongoing, with a commander describing the city as "semi-encircled." The Zaporizhzhia Nuc
Ukrainian air forces reported intercepting 110 of 118 Russian uncrewed aerial vehicles launched during the night of June 13 across northern, southern, and eastern areas. Three drones struck targets, and fragments landed in six locations. Separately, the General Staff recorded 193 combat clashes on June 12, involving 61 air strikes, 193 guided aerial bombs, over 6,000 drone attacks, and 2,341 shelling incidents. In Kostiantynivka, Ukrainian forces are engaged in urban combat against enemy personnel who have infiltrated the city, with assault units conducting clearing operations. A battalion commander stated the city is "semi-encircled" due to Russian advances near Chasiv Yar and Berestky. Military analysts note a "sharply worsened" situation in Kostiantynivka this month, with one expert forecasting its potential fall to Russia in "June-July." The Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant also suffered 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
