Russia Intensifies Drone Strikes on Ukraine Amid U.S. Military Aid Freeze
Ukraine experiences a surge of 264 Russian drone attacks within 48 hours, exacerbated by Trump's suspension of military aid to Ukraine.
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But the Ukrainian president also called for sanctions on Russia to be increased after a devastating attack on Saturday.
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Russia has intensified its long range strikes on Ukraine over the past week, coinciding with President Donald Trump's decision to pause all military aid to and intelligence sharing with Ukraine in a bid to force Kyiv into negotiations with Russian President Vladimir Putin to end Moscow's three-year-old invasion.
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Kyiv has since lost about half of the territory it once occupied in Kursk.
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Summary
Russia launched a series of drone attacks on Ukraine, with reports indicating 264 strikes in a short timeframe. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy criticized the U.S. aid freeze by President Trump, which coincides with escalated Russian military actions. Despite downing numerous drones, the attack resulted in significant civilian casualties and destruction. Zelenskyy called for stronger sanctions on Russia while emphasizing the need for continued support from allies in light of the ongoing conflict. As diplomatic talks continue in Saudi Arabia, concerns grow regarding Ukraine's ability to maintain its military capabilities without U.S. assistance.
Perspectives
Ukraine's military situation has deteriorated significantly in the Kursk region, with reports of Russian forces advancing and capturing territory; military bloggers warn of the challenging conditions Ukraine faces.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy emphasized the need for increased sanctions and support following intensive Russian drone strikes, linking these attacks to a failure of Western sanctions.
Trump's decision to freeze military aid to Ukraine is causing operational challenges for Ukrainian forces, particularly with the maintenance and repair of U.S.-made tanks.