Ukraine reports extensive Russian aerial assault, retaliatory drone strikes, and ongoing front-line combat
Ukrainian officials reported a significant Russian aerial assault on June 28, involving approximately 150 airborne targets, including missiles and drones, with Kyiv being hit. Ukraine retaliated with drone strikes on Russian oil refineries.
Ukrainian officials reported a significant Russian aerial assault on June 28, comprising approximately 150 airborne targets. These included two "Zircon" or "Onyx" anti-ship missiles launched from Russia's Kursk region, six "Iskander" ballistic missiles from Bryansk, and 142 strike drones. Kyiv was struck by ballistic missiles, causing fires in the Darnytskyi district and resulting in confirmed casualties. Simultaneously, Ukraine launched drone attacks on two major oil refineries in Russia's Krasnodar and Yaroslavl regions, with President Zelenskyy noting the precision of the strikes. Intense fighting persisted along the front lines, with the General Staff recording 241 combat engagements on June 27 across various directions. Separately, during the G7 summit, former US President Donald Trump reportedly expressed disappointment with Vladimir Putin's actions and indicated a potential shift regarding "Anchorage agreements," according to reports citing US officials.
Sources: Громадське, Українська правда, Forbes Ukraine
