Ukraine

Russia launched a massive missile attack on Ukraine, confirming the use of the Oreshnik hypersonic missile. At least 4 dead and dozens injured.

Russia launched waves of missiles and drones against Ukraine, hitting all districts of Kyiv and injuring 21 people including a 15-year-old boy.

Putin accuses Ukraine of striking a student dormitory in a Moscow-occupied area of eastern Ukraine and vows retaliation. Ukraine says it targeted Russia’s elite Rubicon drone unit.

Russia Says Large-Scale Ukrainian Drone Attack Kills Three in Moscow Region Russian authorities reported that a large-scale Ukrainian drone attack has killed three people in the Moscow region, marking one of the most significant strikes on the capital area in recent months. The attack underscores the escalation of drone warfare capabilities and the expanding reach of the conflict far beyond the front lines in eastern Ukraine. Ukraine has heavily invested in drone technology in recent years and has demonstrated the ability to strike deep into Russian territory. ...

Latvian PM Resigns Following Drone Controversy Latvian Prime Minister Silina announced her resignation on May 14, following intense domestic criticism over her government’s handling of Ukrainian drone incidents that crossed into Latvian airspace. The controversy stems from multiple Ukrainian drones straying off course during the Russia-Ukraine conflict and entering Latvian territory. Silina’s government was criticized for a slow and opaque initial response. Opposition parties, joined by some coalition members, mounted pressure that ultimately cost her the premiership. ...

Russia has resumed drone attacks on Ukraine following the expiration of a ceasefire agreement. Tensions are rising again.

Zelensky’s Ex-Chief of Staff in Court as Ukraine Corruption Probe Escalates Ukraine’s former presidential chief of staff appeared in court as part of an escalating corruption investigation, facing money laundering allegations. The case highlights Kyiv’s ongoing anti-corruption campaign amid the war and has drawn significant public attention in Ukraine.

Ukrainian Drone Commander “Madyar” Casts Shadow Over Putin Parade The Guardian profiles “Madyar,” a Ukrainian drone operations commander whose forces continue to pressure Russian positions as Putin holds a scaled-back Victory Day parade. President Zelenskyy has “decreed” that Moscow may proceed with its parade, but Ukrainian drone operations demonstrate that the battlefield situation remains fluid. Madyar’s unit exemplifies Ukraine’s growing drone warfare capabilities. Source: The Guardian, Google News

[Flash] Russia Victory Day Parade Without Tanks Signals War Strains Moscow’s Victory Day parade featured no military hardware for the first time in nearly two decades, with only soldier formations marching through Red Square. Analysts suggest this anomaly signals that Russia’s military resources in Ukraine may be severely depleted, indicating the war is not proceeding as planned. Source: BBC World

[Flash] Ukraine Drone Operations Reveal Future of Robotic Warfare President Zelensky stated that Ukraine has captured territory using only robots and drones. The claim has sparked widespread discussion among military experts about the future of unmanned combat. Analysts believe Ukraine’s battlefield experience is reshaping global military strategy, with unmanned systems playing an increasingly central role in future conflicts. Source: BBC Technology