Russian troops have conducted the most extensive airstrikes on Ukraine
Russia has launched large-scale airstrikes on the territory of Ukraine during the full-scale invasion, leading to a sharp rise in tensions and threats to the truce. According to the Financial Times, the Ukrainian Air Forces detected 537 attacks from Russia.
Overall, the Ukrainian air defense forces reported the downing of 211 drones and 38 missiles out of the total. These attacks indicate Russia's efforts to weaken Ukrainian air defense, officials from the publication note.
President Zelensky expressed condolences to the family and colleagues of the deceased F-16 pilot Maxim Ustyomenko: 'Today he destroyed seven aerial targets. My condolences to the family and comrades. I have instructed to clarify all the circumstances of his death. The Ukrainian aviation heroically defends the sky. Thank you to everyone who protects Ukraine.'
It is worth noting that as a result of the massive air attack by the Russian Federation, the 1st class pilot Lieutenant Colonel Maxim Ustyomenko was killed in the fight on the F-16 aircraft.
Ukrainian officials anticipate further escalation of tensions and Russian offensives on Ukrainian fronts throughout the summer.
Attacks on Ukraine were carried out from three directions - south, east, and north. Monitoring groups recorded over 450 targets of various types using maps of missiles and drones published on the Telegram channel 'Air Defense Radar'.
The Russian airstrikes on Ukraine have become the most extensive since the beginning of the invasion, leading to an escalation of the conflict and threats to international security. Ukrainian military continues to heroically defend their country, awaiting further attacks and aggression from the Russian Federation.