June 30, 2025

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Russian attacks kill 18 civilians in Ukraine as Zelenskyy seeks more Western support

Russian attacks kill 18 civilians in Ukraine as Zelenskyy seeks more Western support

Summary

Russian attacks in Ukraine have killed at least 18 people and injured nearly 200 others. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is seeking more help from Western countries to support Ukraine in its defense against Russia. Meanwhile, Ukraine has also launched drones into Russia, targeting residential areas.

Key Facts

  • Russian drones, missiles, and artillery killed 18 civilians and injured about 200 people in Ukraine.
  • Ukrainian President Zelenskyy is seeking more military support from Western countries during a NATO summit.
  • A Russian missile attack in Dnipro killed nine people and injured 164, damaging schools and medical facilities.
  • In Samar, two people were killed, and 11 were injured in Russian attacks.
  • Russia shelled the Kherson region, killing four civilians and injuring 11.
  • A drone attack in the Sumy region killed three civilians, including a child, and injured six others.
  • Russian air defense reported shooting down 20 Ukrainian drones, some near Moscow.
  • Air traffic was paused briefly at Moscow airports due to drone activity.

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