Overview

• Russian forces launched a record 550 drones and missiles overnight into July 4, and Ukrainian defenses intercepted the vast majority of incoming threats.
• A Russian ballistic missile strike on Odessa’s port killed two people and wounded three, while drone debris and explosions caused civilian injuries and infrastructure damage.
• The Pentagon’s suspension of select U.S. missiles and air-defense systems left arms already in Poland blocked and sparked concerns over Ukraine’s defensive readiness.
• In an urgent afternoon call, Presidents Zelensky and Trump agreed to strengthen Ukraine’s air defenses and explored joint production of critical systems.
• Moscow’s Defense Ministry reported capturing five villages in Donetsk, including Predtechine, as Kremlin officials reaffirmed that core war aims remain unchanged.