Overview

• Ukraine said Russia launched 598 attack and decoy drones and 31 missiles nationwide, calling it one of the war’s largest air raids.
• Local officials reported preliminary casualties including four minors, damage at roughly 100 buildings across seven districts, and hits that affected the EU delegation and the British Council offices.
• Ukraine reported downing or neutralizing 563 drones and 26 missiles, while Russia said it struck military targets with long‑range weapons including Kinzhal missiles.
• Ukrainian drones ignited fires at the Afipsky and Novokuibyshevsk refineries, extending a campaign that has contributed to fuel shortages and rationing in parts of Russia.
• Western leaders condemned the strikes, and President Trump warned of severe economic consequences if direct talks between Putin and Zelenskyy do not move forward soon.