Ukraine war briefing: Deadly Russian bombing spree marks end of ceasefire
The Guardian • • world
Key Points:
- Russian forces launched attacks in Ukraine’s Dnipropetrovsk region after a ceasefire expired, killing at least six people and injuring several others, including in a drone strike on an apartment building in Kryvyi Rih.
- Over 200 Russian drones were launched overnight, targeting energy facilities, residential buildings, and infrastructure across multiple Ukrainian regions, causing casualties and power outages.
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed Ukrainian forces conducted strikes deep into Russia’s Orenburg region and emphasized ongoing efforts with European allies to develop ballistic missile defenses.
- EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas suggested that signs of weakening in Vladimir Putin’s position could create an opportunity to end the war, following Putin’s recent statement hinting the conflict may be nearing its conclusion.
- The renewed violence ended hopes for extending the three-day ceasefire, with Zelenskyy urging continued pressure on Russia to prevent further civilian casualties.