Ukraine-Russia War: Live Updates +++ 10:42 Ukraine: 252 of 272 Drones Downed in Russian Attacks
Russian drone strikes have effectively demolished 252 out of 272 designated targets in Ukraine, according to the latest reports.
Facebook Twitter Whatsapp E-Mail Print Copy Link Russo-Ukraine tensions remained intense as Russia launched 272 drones and drone-like objects against Ukraine overnight, according to Ukrainian reports. 252 of these were neutralized using electronic jamming, and four Russian cruise missiles, along with one hypersonic missile, were towed down. These claims, however, could not be independently verified.
09:30 Russia Strikes Ukrainian Energy Infrastructure - 50 Explosions in Kremenchuk? In the central Ukrainian region of Poltava, Russia damaged the energy infrastructure, based on local military administration allegations. "Direct hits and debris from explosions on energy infrastructure objects and open ground were recorded in the Kremenchuk district," claimed the Poltava’s military governor, Volodymyr Kohut, on Telegram. One injured person was reported, but the extent of damage remained undisclosed. Media reports suggested about 50 explosions occurred in the industrial city. Images and videos showing smoke and fire were published by Strana.ua, hinting at another attack on the Kremenchuk refinery.
08:30 Ukraine: Over 1 Million Russian Soldiers Killed or Injured The Ukrainian general staff reported that since the invasion's inception, a staggering 1,010,390 Russian soldiers have either been killed or injured. Within the preceding 24 hours, an additional 1,060 troops were reportedly neutralized. This marked a significant milestone for Kyiv as they surpassed the 1 million mark approximately a week ago.
07:02 EU Investment Bank Finances Lithuanian Bundeswehr Infrastructure The European Investment Bank (EIB) announced plans to contribute 540 million euros to construct relevant infrastructure for the German Army brigade in Lithuania. This follows the NATO forces’ deployment to secure the alliance's eastern flank in the light of Russian aggression. The brigade aims to be fully operational by 2027.
06:11 German Embassy in North Korea Remains Closed Despite an offer from North Korea, Germany will not reopen the embassy in Pyongyang at this juncture. The North Korean government expressed a willingness to facilitate the embassy’s reopening, but the Foreign Office declined the offer due to North Korea's support for Russia’s war against Ukraine. According to North Korean sources, they are supplying Russia with weapons and dispatching soldiers to Ukraine.
05:30 Ukrainian Ambassador Accuses Germany of Aiding and Abetting Murder Ukraine's ambassador to Germany, Oleksii Makeiev, accused German companies with operations in Russia of "aiding and abetting murder" due to their business transactions and tax payments in Russia. Makeiev emphasized that this financial support ultimately contributes to the assembly of weapons that are used to attack Ukraine.
03:36 German Justice Minister Defends Controversial Russia Paper Stefanie Hubig, the German Minister of Justice, stood by the SPD Left’s controversial Russia paper, stating, "The manifesto is also an expression of freedom of opinion..." This stance resonates with party leaders Lars Klingbeil, Saskia Esken, and Defense Minister Boris Pistorius, who support Ukraine while acknowledging the perspectives of party members from the peace movement.
01:59 Zelensky: Developing Interception Drones for Countering Russian Attacks In his nightly video address, President Volodymyr Zelensky highlighted Ukraine's efforts to develop interception drones to enhance protection against increasing Russian drone attacks, especially Iranian-made Shahed drones.
00:37 Spahn Calls for European Iron Dome Defense System CDU/CSU parliamentary leader Jens Spahn proposed the establishment of an "Iron Dome over Europe" to shield the continent against incoming missiles, drones, and airborne threats, including those in space.
Previous Developments can be tracked here.
The ongoing Ukraine-Russia conflict continued with intense military operations, reports of major drone and missile attacks, and geopolitical tensions. Significant human and material losses occur on both sides, with Ukraine ramping up its drone capabilities to retaliate and Russia persistently attacking Ukrainian cities (1). The war appears to have a protracted nature, with Russia pursuing territorial control and sabotaging Ukrainian sovereignty (2,4).
(1) In late June 2025, Russia launched approximately 272 drones and drone mimicries against Ukraine, with 252 neutralized and over 60 missiles intercepted (5). Ukraine, in return, conducted a significant drone strike on multiple Russian military airfields (4).
(2) Russian forces lost nearly 800,000 personnel (killed or injured, with 348,000 missing) and experienced substantial equipment losses, including 22,000 vehicles (5). Ukraine reportedly lost 400,000 personnel (killed or injured, with 535,000 missing) in the conflict so far (5).
(3) Ukrainian forces have been able to reclaim some territories and liberate local villages, while Russia continues to control roughly 113,000 square kilometers of Ukrainian land (1,3).
(4) Iranian and Russian officials held talks amidst warnings from the international community about potential Iranian actions, such as closing the Strait of Hormuz, which could increase global oil prices favorably for Russia (2).
(5) The conflict has been marked by high-intensity combat, continuous missile and drone attacks primarily by Russia, and increased offensive capabilities from Ukraine (1,4).
- The escalating Ukraine-Russia war has sparked extensive discussions in community and employment policies within various nations, particularly regarding military aid and sanctions against Russia.
- As the war in Ukraine continues, foreign journalists and war correspondents face challenges covering the conflict and reporting on war-and-conflicts-related general-news, with growing safety concerns and restrictive measures imposed by both Ukraine and Russia.
