TL;DR
Russia launched deadly strikes on Kyiv as Ukraine hit back with drone attacks on Moscow. Ukrainian forces are disrupting life in Crimea, while Russia plans new offensives to capture Kyiv. The war shows no signs of slowing down.
Key Stories
- Deadly Russian strikes rock Kyiv as war intensifies — Russian forces carried out fresh attacks on Kyiv, causing casualties and damage. Ukraine’s military chief says Putin has ordered new plans to capture the capital.
- Ukraine drone strikes hit Moscow, over 60 shot down — Dozens of Ukrainian drones targeted Moscow, with Russia claiming to have shot down more than 60. The attack marks a significant escalation in Ukraine’s long-range strikes.
- Ukrainian attacks disrupt life in Crimea — Ukraine’s strikes on Crimea have led to fuel shortages and ATM outages, even on the black market. The attacks are reshaping daily life in the occupied region.
- Russia prepares massive new offensive on Ukraine — Reports suggest Russia is gearing up for a major new attack, though Ukraine remains skeptical about the immediate threat. Military analysts debate the scale of the planned offensive.
- Zelenskyy and Zaluzhnyy vie for Ukraine’s presidency — Speculation grows over whether President Zelenskyy or military chief Zaluzhnyy will run for president in Ukraine’s upcoming elections, as political tensions rise.