BREAKING: Russia has launched its largest attack on Ukraine this month, deploying 270 drones and 10 missiles overnight. This aggressive action coincided with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump and European leaders at the White House to discuss the ongoing conflict.
The attack, which began late Monday and carried into Tuesday, targeted key infrastructure, particularly in the central Poltava region. The Ukrainian air force reported that while most of the assault was intercepted, 40 drones and four missiles successfully struck various locations, resulting in significant fires and damage to energy facilities.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha condemned the timing of the strikes, emphasizing that “while hard work to advance peace was underway in Washington, D.C., Moscow continued to do the opposite.” He called for urgent measures to achieve lasting peace and robust security guarantees for Ukraine.
The attack comes just days after President Trump met with President Vladimir Putin in Alaska. During that meeting, Putin refused to agree to an immediate ceasefire and insisted that Ukraine relinquish its eastern Donetsk region as a precondition for peace. Trump’s administration has expressed a reluctance to provide open-ended military funding, stating a need for sensitivity toward U.S. taxpayers.
The Ukrainian Energy Ministry confirmed that oil refining and gas facilities were among the targets, describing these strikes as systematic terrorist attacks that violate international humanitarian law. The ministry did not release casualty figures immediately, but the damage has been described as extensive.
“This latest aggression shows the relentless nature of the Russian war machine, which continues to destroy lives,” Zelenskyy stated. He had previously criticized Russia for earlier strikes that resulted in the deaths of at least 14 people just hours before his meetings in Washington.
As tensions escalate, the implications of Russia’s actions extend beyond military concerns; they threaten regional stability and the global energy market. The Ukrainian air force noted this is the most significant bombardment since July 31, when Russia launched a similar wave of attacks involving 309 drones and eight missiles.
What happens next is critical. The international community is closely monitoring the situation as Ukraine seeks additional support to counter these aggressive actions. Officials are urging for a united front against further escalation and for diplomatic efforts to be revitalized.
As developments unfold, this situation remains a focal point for both humanitarian concerns and geopolitical ramifications. Stay tuned for more updates on this urgent situation.
