- Russia launches nearly 300 drones and 69 missiles in latest overnight assault.
- Civilian infrastructure damaged across Kyiv, Odesa, Kharkiv, and more.
- Donald Trump condemns Putin’s aggression, warning of dire consequences.
Russia has stepped up its aerial campaign against Ukraine, launching a third consecutive night of drone and missile strikes across multiple regions.
While Ukraine’s air defenses intercepted many of the threats, the sheer volume of attacks continues to strain resources. In regions like Khmelnytskyi, Kharkiv, and Cherkasy, officials reported damage to homes and infrastructure but minimal civilian injury.
Trump Blasts ‘Crazy’ Putin Amid Russia’s Escalating Assaults on Ukraine
Former U.S. President Donald Trump issued a scathing warning to Russian President Vladimir Putin after one of the largest aerial assaults in Ukraine since the war began. Posting on Truth Social, Trump said that Putin has “gone absolutely CRAZY” and that his “needless killing” of civilians would ultimately bring about Russia’s downfall. Trump, known for his historically complex relationship with Putin, emphasized that recent events marked a dangerous shift.
Ukraine’s air force remains on high alert as air raid sirens continue to sound across more than half the country. The Ukrainian military has successfully neutralized dozens of drones, including 25 in Cherkasy alone, but the frequency and intensity of attacks are stretching defense capabilities thin. Kyiv’s residents are enduring night after night of trauma, with windows blown out and buildings damaged—even in areas far from the frontlines.
The widespread damage includes not only residential zones but also economic infrastructure. In Khmelnytskyi, businesses were hit alongside homes, affecting local livelihoods. Odesa, still recovering from earlier strikes, faced renewed destruction as fires engulfed private homes, including a 100-square-meter residential building.
These attacks suggest a deliberate Russian strategy to disrupt civilian life and exhaust Ukraine’s resources, while also sending a message of defiance to the international community. The pattern of strikes—both geographically widespread and increasingly intense—raises urgent questions about the global response and the future of negotiations.
As Ukraine braces for more attacks, the global spotlight shifts to whether international pressure and condemnation—including Trump’s stark warnings—can curb Putin’s escalating campaign.
“Every new night is a test of strength.” – Oleg Synegubov, Governor of Kharkiv Region
