Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,227
Summary
On July 5, Russian air defenses shot down several Ukrainian drones in various regions, including near Saint Petersburg. Power was temporarily cut to the Russian-held Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant in Ukraine but later restored. The U.S. and German leaders discussed military support, including air defense systems, for Ukraine.Key Facts
- Russian air defense intercepted multiple Ukrainian drones, including two near Saint Petersburg.
- Power lines to the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant in Russian-controlled Ukraine were down for hours due to shelling, but repaired afterward.
- Dutch and German agencies report Russia uses banned chemical weapons in Ukraine; Russia denies this.
- Former U.S. President Trump spoke about supplying Ukraine with Patriot missiles and discussed this with German and Ukrainian leaders.
- Trump discussed sanctions with Russian President Putin and expressed dissatisfaction with Russia's actions.
- Ukrainian President Zelenskyy agreed with Trump to enhance air defenses, amid U.S. aid concerns.
- German Defense Minister will visit the U.S. to discuss air defense systems.
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