Overnight, massive drone formations sweep over Ukraine
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Tonight, the Russian military launches another wave of drone attacks on various parts of Ukraine. Larger groups of drones are reported over multiple cities, with the first signs of impact in Mykolaiv in the south. Authorities report two residential buildings on fire, but no casualties at this time.
10:20 PM - National Day of Mourning Declared in UkraineVictims of the Russian missile attack on Kryvyi Rih are being mourned nationwide in Ukraine, with the 6th of April declared as a national day of mourning. This decision comes from Mykola Kalashnyk, head of the Kyiv regional administration (KRSA), and Oleksiy Kuleba, deputy minister for reconstruction. A period of silence and lowered flags will take place across Ukraine, from Kyiv to Odesa, and Kramatorsk to Uzhhorod, in solidarity with the victims and their families.
10:02 PM - Zelensky Warns against SilenceFollowing the Russian attack on his hometown of Kryvyi Rih, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky urges the world not to remain silent. He warns that silence can encourage further Russian attacks, playing into the hands of Putin's regime. "It's wrong and dangerous to remain silent while Russia continues to kill children with ballistic missiles," Zelensky stated in a video address.
9:33 PM - Report: Ukraine Destroys Rare Russian Tirada-2 SystemAccording to Defense Express, Ukrainian forces have claimed to have destroyed one of the few remaining Russian Tirada-2 systems. The Tirada-2 is an electronic warfare system developed by the Russian Ministry of Defense, used to suppress electronic radio communications.
9:00 PM - Increasing Number of Injured after Kryvyi Rih AttackInitial reports indicated that an attack on the city of Kryvyi Rih claimed the lives of 18 people, including children. Now, it has been confirmed that more than 74 people have been injured, with 12 children still critical.
8:32 PM - US-based Neo-Nazi Group Calls for Attacks on UkraineThe US-based neo-Nazi terror group "The Base" is urging for targeted assassinations and attacks on Ukraine's critical infrastructure [The Guardian]. Their intention is to destabilize Ukraine during potential peace talks with the Kremlin. This group, founded in 2018 and under investigation by the FBI, has a global network of cells and a leader based in Russia.
7:50 PM - Ukraine-Rheinmetall Cooperation ExpandsAddressing growing threats, Ukrainian Deputy Defense Minister Valerii Churkin and Sergiy Boev meet with German defense conglomerate Rheinmetall CEO Björn Bernhard to discuss improving cooperation between the Ukraine and defense company [Ministry]. With the current situation in mind, strengthening the technical capabilities of the Ukrainian military and aiding their defense industry is crucial. Rheinmetall is one of the first Western defense companies to produce in Ukraine.
7:15 PM - Estonian Minister Proposes Revoking Orbán's EU Voting RightsIn an interview with Rheinische Post, Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna has called for EU politicians to apply firmer sanctions against Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, accusing him of undermining Europe's security by playing into the hands of Russian President Vladimir Putin. Proposing a temporary removal of Hungary's voting rights in important decisions under Article 7 of the Treaty on European Union, he believes such measures could help deter harmful actions by Orbán.
6:45 PM - Russian Gains in Ukraine SlowedNew intelligence reports suggest that the advance of Russian forces in Ukraine has slowed since 2025. Compared to November 2024, Russian forces captured approximately 143 square kilometers of Ukrainian territory in March 2025 [British Ministry of Defense]. This decline indicates that efforts to push back the enemy and strengthen Ukraine's defense capabilities are gaining traction.
6:15 PM - Three-year-old among Dead after Russian AttackThree-year-old Tymofiy, seven-year-old Arina, and nine-year-old Herman are among the nine children and teenagers killed in a Russian airstrike, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Besides the reported deaths, the airstrike resulted in numerous injuries, with critical conditions still affecting some.
5:48 PM - ISW Reports on Ukrainian Advance in PokrovskAccording to the Institute for the Study of War (ISW), Ukrainian forces have made tactical progress in Pokrovsk, a crucial industrial and mining city in eastern Ukraine. While Russian forces have also advanced in Shevchenko, south of Pokrovsk, Ukrainian gains in Kotlyne and Udachne have improved their position in the area.
5:15 PM - Ukraine Denies Russian Allegations of Energy-facility AttacksDenying direct involvement, Ukrainian authorities insist that Russian claims of 14 attacks on Russian energy infrastructure on Friday are unfounded. Ukrainian forces focus their assaults only on military objectives of the Russian army [Telegram].
4:45 PM - UK, France to Send More Military Aid to UkraineThe chiefs of staff of France and Britain are in Kyiv to discuss further support for Ukraine, including immediate military aid for defensive efforts and long-term strategies for reforming the Ukrainian armed forces. Both nations also discuss the possibility of an international coalition for peacekeeping troops in Ukraine, depending on a ceasefire agreement's success [London, Paris].
4:30 PM - Western Nations Pressure Putin for Ceasefire AgreementFollowing the NATO meeting in Brussels, various NATO representatives are calling for immediate Russian responses to a ceasefire agreement, which has already received signatures from the US and Ukraine. The US, France, and other countries are growing impatient for Putin to respond in a timely manner to end the conflict.
4:00 PM - Drone Strikes Mar Mordovia, RussiaLocal authorities in the Russian republic of Mordovia report a drone strike on a fiber optic and explosives factory, with no casualties reported. The factory in Saransk is reportedly the only one of its kind in Russia, making it a strategic target for Ukraine [Telegram].
3:30 PM - Zelensky Criticizes "Weak Response" Of US EmbassyUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky criticizes the US Embassy in Kyiv for insufficient action following the Russian missile strike in Kryvyi Rih. He particularly takes issue with the lack of explicit naming of Russia as the aggressor in the attack that took lives, including children [Official Statement].
3:00 PM - Russia Accused of Using Cluster MunitionsAfter the attack in Kryvyi Rih, many European nations denounce Russia for using cluster munitions in a residential area, resulting in heavy civilian casualties [Reuters].
2:30 PM - Russia Accuses Ukraine of Energy-facility AttacksRussia accuses Ukraine of launching 14 attacks on Russian energy facilities in a single day [TASS]. Sources close to the Kremlin claim this is part of a broader Ukrainian campaign, causing significant damage to infrastructure in various regions.
2:00 PM - Military Chiefs from Paris and London Meet with ZelenskyChiefs of staff from France and Britain visit Kyiv today to discuss security issues with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, focusing on options for a security guarantee offered by the Western nations in the event of a ceasefire [Paris, London].
1:30 PM - Nine Children Die in Russian Attack on Kryvyi RihReport of at least nine children among the 18 dead in a Russian missile attack on Kryvyi Rih, a city of strategic importance in southern Ukraine [Official statement].
1:00 PM - Plume of Smoke over Kryvyi Rih from Rockets Striking Near PlaygroundPreliminary reports of a Russian missile attack on a residential area in Kryvyi Rih, Ukraine, close to a playground and resulting in considerable casualties and infrastructure damage [Twitter].
12:30 PM - Ukraine Shoots Down 51 Russian DronesThe Ukrainian army claims to have shot down 51 Russian drones overnight, with an additional 31 disappearing from radar [Telegram]. This comes a day after Russia launched 92 Shahed attack drones and various types of decoy drones.
11:50 AM - Russian Attack in Ukraine Kills Innocent CiviliansFollowing Russian attacks on the southeastern Ukrainian industrial city of Kryvyi Rih, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accuses the Russian aggressors of having no interest in a ceasefire, stating that "all Russian promises end with rockets, drones, or artillery."
10:15 AM - Drone Strikes Spread Smoke Across South UkraineInitial reports of drone attacks in south Ukraine, causing a plume of smoke to rise over the area [RWE].
All times given are Central European Summer Time (CEST).
Sources: ntv.de, rwe/fnl/dpa/rts/AFP
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1. The community expresses concern over the repeated drone attacks, as tonight's attack on various parts of Ukraine marks another instance of this troubling policy.
2. A prognosis on the current situation suggests that employing a ceasefire could help put an end to the destruction and loss of life in Ukraine, yet ongoing drone attacks make such a prognosis uncertain.
3. With tensions mounting, there is an urgent need for a combined effort from the global community to formulate and enforce an employment policy aimed at halting the use of drones in conflict zones like Ukraine, promoting peace, and safeguarding civilian lives.
