Putin vows to achieve all goals in Ukraine amid drone attacks
- Putin celebrated the second anniversary of the annexation of four Ukrainian regions, asserting that all goals in Ukraine will be achieved.
- The Russian military has intensified its attacks, including drone strikes on Kyiv, while Ukrainian defenses have successfully intercepted many threats.
- The ongoing conflict continues to escalate, with both sides engaged in military operations and Ukraine seeking further support from international allies.
In Ukraine, Russian President Vladimir Putin reaffirmed his commitment to achieving all objectives in the ongoing conflict, coinciding with the second anniversary of the annexation of four Ukrainian regions. He justified the invasion by claiming to protect Russian speakers from a supposed 'neo-Nazi dictatorship.' Despite Russia's claims of territorial gains, it does not fully control the annexed regions of Lugansk, Donetsk, Zaporizhzhia, and Kherson. Recent military actions have seen Russia intensifying its assaults, particularly targeting Ukrainian logistics hubs and cities, including a drone attack on Kyiv. Ukrainian air defenses have been active, successfully intercepting many of these attacks, although damage and injuries have been reported in other regions. The situation remains tense as both sides continue to engage in military operations, with Ukraine seeking support from NATO and the EU to bolster its defense against Russian advances.