Jul 1, 2026, 07:00 PM UTC

Continuing

Ukraine faces drone attacks in Kherson and Kyiv, Zelenskyy warns of new massive strike

On July 1, Ukraine experienced multiple Russian drone attacks, with incidents in Kherson causing three deaths and 29 injuries. Explosions were also reported in Kyiv as air defense units engaged targets. President Zelenskyy warned of a new massive strike, while Ukraine's NATO Amba

On July 1, Ukraine experienced multiple Russian attacks, including drone strikes in Kherson and explosions in Kyiv. In Kherson, two separate drone incidents resulted in casualties. A minibus attack killed two, including an 18-year-old, and injured nine. Another drone strike on the city center claimed one life and wounded 20, also causing a fire and structural damage. Later that evening, explosions were reported in Kyiv, with air defense units engaging incoming enemy drones. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that intelligence indicates Russia is preparing another significant nationwide strike. Concurrently, Ukraine's Ambassador to NATO, Olena Hetmanchuk, confirmed that 90-92% of Patriot missile interceptors are supplied to Ukraine through the PURL procurement scheme.

Sources: Громадське, Радіо Свобода, Українська правда

Continuing

Ukraine sees fresh casualties from Russian attacks; Moscow intercepts drones; Putin open to US talks

New Russian military operations in Ukraine have led to civilian casualties and power outages, while Moscow reports intercepting dozens of Ukrainian drones. Meanwhile, President Putin signals readiness for US negotiations.

Recent military actions across Ukraine have resulted in further casualties and infrastructure damage. Overnight Russian attacks in the Zaporizhzhia oblast caused three fatalities and eighteen injuries. Local authorities in Dnipro reported four deaths from Russian bombardments, while three people were wounded in Dnipropetrovsk and ten in Sumy. Kyiv's military administration also confirmed at least two injuries from a Russian aerial assault. These incidents led to power disruptions in the Sumy, Donetsk, Kharkiv, and Zaporizhzhia regions. Concurrently, Moscow's mayor, Sergei Sobyanin, stated that Russian air defenses intercepted 46 Ukrainian drones targeting the capital early Tuesday, with no immediate reports of damage or injuries. Russian President Vladimir Putin reiterated his willingness to engage in discussions with American representatives once Washington's focus shifts from Iran, affirming, "We are ready to continue negotiations and the discussion of all the details." Sources: Le Monde

Attacks target Greek ruling party officials in Thessaloniki

One person died and four were injured in attacks targeting the homes of three New Democracy party officials in Thessaloniki, northern Greece, on July 1. Police reported improvised devices were used.

Attacks involving improvised devices targeted the residences of three New Democracy (ND) party officials in Thessaloniki, northern Greece, on Wednesday, July 1. Police reported that one person was killed and four others sustained injuries in the incidents. The targeted individuals were identified as Zisis Ioakimovic, president of ND's executive committee, former Member of Parliament Savvas Anastasiades, and former party candidate Afroditi Nestora. The assaults occurred at dawn, according to police statements made to Agence France-Presse (AFP).

Sources: Le Monde