US EditionRussia Launches Largest Aerial Assault on Ukraine; F-16 Pilot Killed as Zelensky Urges U.S. Support
UKRAINE, JUN 30 – Russia launched over 1,400 missiles, drones, and glide bombs in a week, killing the Ukrainian F-16 pilot Maksym Ustymenko who downed seven targets before crashing.
- Russia launched its largest aerial assault on Ukraine overnight into Sunday, hitting multiple regions with hundreds of drones and missiles.
- The intensifying attacks reflect Russia's expanded missile and drone arsenal since its full-scale invasion began in February 2022, while peace talks remain stalled.
- The assault involved 537 aerial weapons targeting cities and logistic sites, including 477 drones and 60 missiles, causing widespread damage and casualties.
- Ukrainian F-16 pilot Lt. Maksym Ustymenko died after his jet sustained damage intercepting targets, and Zelensky urged Western allies to strengthen Ukraine’s air defenses.
- The massive attacks strain Ukraine’s defenses and highlight its urgent need for advanced air defense systems amid ongoing conflict and Russia’s continued offensives.
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