Russia launched large-scale drone and missile strikes across Ukraine, including Kyiv, Lutsk, and Ternopil region, resulting in at least three deaths and 49 injuries. The attack followed Russian warnings of retaliation for Ukraine's recent strikes on Russian airbases.
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️Russia launched large-scale drone and missile strikes across Ukraine, including Kyiv, Lutsk, and Ternopil region, resulting in at least three deaths and 49 injuries. The attack followed Russian warnings of retaliation for Ukraine's recent strikes on Russian airbases.
Trending- 1 Days before June 6: Ukraine launched its biggest long-range drone strike ('Spider's Web' operation) on Russian airbases.
- 2 Before June 6: Russian President Vladimir Putin warned of a response to Ukraine's strikes.
- 3 Early Friday, June 6, 2025: Russia launched large-scale drone and missile strikes on Ukraine.
- 4 Overnight (leading into June 6): Russian air defences shot down 174 Ukrainian drones and Neptune anti-ship cruise missiles.
- Three confirmed deaths and 49 injuries in Ukraine
- Disruption of Kyiv's train system
- Damage to homes, schools, and a government facility in Ternopil
- Escalation of military conflict between Russia and Ukraine
What: Russia launched large-scale drone and missile strikes on Ukraine's capital and other parts of the country. At least three people were killed (employees of the State Emergency Service of Ukraine) and 49 injured. More than 400 drones and 40 missiles were used. Air raid alerts were in place in Kyiv, Kharkiv, Sumy, and Luhansk. Kyiv's train system was disrupted. Russia's defence ministry claimed its air defences shot down 174 Ukrainian drones overnight in parts of Russia and occupied Crimea, and intercepted Neptune anti-ship cruise missiles over the Black Sea.
When: Early on Friday (June 6, 2025); overnight (for Russian air defense actions); days after (Ukraine's long-range drone strike).
Where: Ukraine (Kyiv, Lutsk, Ternopil region, Kharkiv, Sumy, Luhansk), Russia, occupied Crimea, Black Sea.
Why: The attack came after Russian President Vladimir Putin warned US President Donald Trump he would respond to Ukraine's recent strikes on Russian airbases. Ukraine had launched its biggest long-range drone strike on at least 40 Russian warplanes at four military bases, using 117 drones in the 'Spider's Web' operation.
How: Russia conducted aerial raids using a large number of drones and missiles. Ukraine's air defenses attempted to counter the attacks. Russia's air defenses also engaged Ukrainian drones and missiles.