On June 29, 2025, Russia launched the largest aerial attack on Ukraine since the full-scale war began, according to Ukrainian officials. The massive assault included 477 drones, decoys, and 60 missiles fired overnight targeting various regions in Ukraine.
The strikes caused significant damage to homes and critical infrastructure, with at least six people reported wounded. Amid the ongoing conflict, Ukraine lost an F-16 fighter jet, and its pilot, Lieutenant Colonel Maksym Ustymenko, was killed during the defense. Ukrainian forces confirmed that the pilot successfully shot down seven air targets before his aircraft was brought down.
This attack marks a sharp escalation in the war, further complicating peace efforts. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has urgently sought more support from the United States and expressed readiness to purchase American defense systems to strengthen their air defenses.
The incident underscores the fragile security situation in Eastern Europe and represents a critical moment in the protracted conflict between the two nations. The international community continues to watch closely as both sides engage in intense military actions.
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