Vladimir Putin initiated a series of intense attacks on Ukraine earlier today, defying Donald Trump and prompting NATO to deploy fighters in Poland as a precaution. The Russian onslaught included MiG-31 incursions into Estonian airspace and provocative actions near a Polish drilling platform in the Baltic Sea.
Following these aggressive moves, Putin claimed to seek a diplomatic resolution to the conflict while simultaneously launching strikes using Tu-95MS bombers and approximately 500 military drones across Ukraine. This led to NATO’s announcement of increased operational readiness in response to the Russian airstrikes.
Despite criticism from Trump, Putin escalated his aggression by targeting various locations in Ukraine with drones and missiles, resulting in significant damage and casualties. The attacks caused power and water shortages in Dnipro, where residential buildings were hit, and other regions experienced similar devastating assaults.
In retaliation, Ukraine launched targeted drone strikes on Russian energy facilities, significantly impacting Russia’s oil production and exports. The ongoing conflict has led to disruptions in oil supply, fuel shortages, and rising prices in Russia, while Ukraine continues to defend itself against the relentless attacks.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky condemned the deliberate targeting of civilians and infrastructure by Russia, emphasizing the need for a unified international response to counter Russian aggression. Zelensky called for enhanced defense measures, increased arms support, expanded sanctions, and collective action to protect lives and ensure regional security.
