Last night, Kyiv faced its most massive aerial onslaught since the conflict began. Russian forces unleashed 550 drones and 11 missiles in waves of attacks, according to the Ukrainian Air Force. Mayor Vitali Klitschko confirmed one fatality and 26 injuries, including 14 people hospitalized as of July 4.
The timing added a geopolitical twist: U.S. President Donald Trump discussed a pause in some weapon shipments to Ukraine just hours after a phone call with President Vladimir Putin. His first public comments sparked debate on how Western aid will evolve while Kyiv navigates intensified drone warfare.
Key Numbers at a Glance
- 550 drones deployed
- 11 missiles fired
- 1 fatality; 26 injured; 14 hospitalized
Experts say the scale of this drone barrage underscores a shift in modern combat tactics. For global audiences, it highlights how unmanned systems are redefining battlefield dynamics and civilian vulnerability. As Kyiv rebuilds air defenses and seeks fresh support channels, the world watches how technology, politics, and resilience will shape the next phase of this conflict.
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Russia launches largest aerial attack on Kyiv with record 550 drones
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