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Russian Air Strikes Kill Nine and Cause Severe Damage to Historic Kyiv Cathedral

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A massive wave of overnight Russian missile and drone strikes across Ukraine has killed at least nine people and severely damaged the historic 11th-century Dormition Cathedral in Kyiv. According to local officials, four individuals lost their lives in the Ukrainian capital, while five rescue workers were killed in the northeastern city of Kharkiv while trying to extinguish a fire from a separate strike. Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko reported that the bombardment ignited residential buildings and vehicles, leaving over 140,000 residents without electricity and wounding dozens more.

The strikes heavily damaged the Dormition Cathedral, a centerpiece of the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra monastery complex and a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site. Gaping holes and flames were visible along the building’s partially destroyed roof before firefighters managed to bring the blaze under control. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky fiercely condemned the attack, calling it “one of the biggest Russian crimes against Christian culture today,” and stated that Russia deployed a total of 70 missiles and 611 drones during the assault. In response, Moscow denied deliberately targeting the cathedral, claiming without evidence that a malfunctioning Ukrainian Patriot air defense missile may have caused the destruction while maintaining that its forces only targeted military sites.

The escalation comes just ahead of a G7 summit in France, where international leaders are scheduled to discuss the ongoing war. President Zelensky and French President Emmanuel Macron both issued strong condemnations, with Macron stating that “nothing justifies this attack on our universal heritage.” Zelensky urged the G7 nations to deliver a decisive response through heightened economic pressure on Moscow and advanced anti-ballistic air defense systems. Meanwhile, cross-border tensions spiked further as Russian local officials reported a retaliatory Ukrainian drone strike in the city of Tula that killed three people, including a one-year-old child.

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G7 Summit Focuses on Iran and Ukraine as France Seeks Unity with Trump

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France is preparing to host the G7 Summit in Evian-les-Bains from June 15–17, with the conflicts in Iran and Ukraine expected to dominate discussions. French President Emmanuel Macron has crafted a carefully balanced agenda aimed at maintaining unity among G7 leaders and avoiding tensions with U.S. President Donald Trump. Leaders from Gulf nations, including Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, and Egypt, have also been invited due to their involvement in regional security and mediation efforts.

A key focus will be the fragile U.S.-Iran ceasefire and ongoing diplomatic efforts to prevent further escalation in the Middle East. Diplomats believe the atmosphere of the summit could depend heavily on whether Washington secures progress with Tehran before the meeting. At the same time, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy is expected to push for stronger Western support as negotiations with Russia remain stalled and Ukraine intensifies drone attacks on Russian military and energy targets.

Beyond security concerns, G7 leaders will discuss economic challenges such as critical mineral supply chains, global trade imbalances, and reducing dependence on China. France has also encouraged broader discussions involving countries such as India, Brazil, Kenya, and South Korea. Rather than issuing a broad final communiqué, the summit is expected to produce targeted agreements on issues including critical minerals, migration, and international security cooperation.

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Ukraine Drone Strikes Deepen Fuel Crisis in Russian-Occupied Territories

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Ukraine’s intensified drone campaign against Russian-controlled territories is disrupting key supply routes and worsening fuel shortages in occupied Crimea and other southern regions. Recent attacks on highways, bridges, fuel tankers, and logistics infrastructure have significantly reduced the movement of military and civilian supplies, causing long queues at petrol stations and strict fuel rationing across the peninsula.

Residents and tourists in Crimea have reported waiting hours to buy fuel, while local authorities have acknowledged difficulties in meeting demand. The shortages have been compounded by Ukraine’s long-range strikes on Russian oil refineries and fuel depots, which Kyiv says have damaged a substantial portion of Russia’s refining capacity. Russian officials have admitted that repeated attacks on energy and transport infrastructure are creating supply challenges.

Military analysts say the campaign is targeting both Russia’s logistics network and its ability to sustain operations in occupied Ukraine. With sea routes restricted and major roads increasingly vulnerable to drone attacks, supply chains have come under growing pressure. Ukrainian officials argue the strikes are aimed at weakening Russia’s war effort, while Moscow says the attacks are also affecting civilians living in occupied territories.

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EU Clears First Step for Ukraine and Moldova Membership Talks

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All 27 European Union member states have agreed to open negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova on the first cluster of issues in their accession process, marking a key milestone in their path toward EU membership. Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko welcomed the decision, calling it a significant step closer to joining the bloc.

Cyprus, which currently holds the rotating EU presidency, confirmed preparations are underway to formally launch talks covering rule-of-law reforms, democratic standards, and governance. The presidency described the move as a strong signal of EU unity and commitment to the European integration of both countries.

The breakthrough follows an agreement between Hungary and Ukraine regarding the rights of Ukraine’s Hungarian minority, an issue that had previously delayed progress. Ukraine and Moldova have been pursuing EU membership amid ongoing regional security challenges and their efforts to strengthen ties with Europe.

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Estonia Says NATO Jet Downs Suspected Ukrainian Drone After Airspace Breach

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Estonia said a NATO fighter jet shot down a drone that entered its airspace on Tuesday, with officials suspecting it was a Ukrainian drone diverted by Russian electronic jamming. Estonian Defence Minister Hanno Pevkur stated that a Romanian F-16 participating in NATO’s Baltic air policing mission intercepted the drone before debris landed in a marshy forest area near Põltsamaa. No injuries or property damage were reported.

Ukraine apologised to Estonia and the Baltic states, accusing Russia of intentionally redirecting Ukrainian drones launched at military targets inside Russia. Ukrainian Foreign Ministry spokesman Heorhii Tykhyi said Moscow was using electronic warfare and propaganda to create tensions in the region. Estonia stressed that it had not granted permission for Ukrainian drones to use its airspace.

The incident comes amid rising security concerns in the Baltic region following several recent drone incursions into NATO member states Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania. Russia has accused the Baltic nations of allowing Ukraine to launch attacks from their territories, claims strongly denied by all three countries. NATO members have increased military deployments and air patrols in Eastern Europe amid fears of further provocations linked to the Russia-Ukraine war.

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Germany’s Merz Says He Would Not Advise His Children to Live in the US

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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said he would currently discourage his children from studying or working in the United States, pointing to what he described as a worsening social climate and shrinking opportunities even for highly educated professionals. Speaking at a Catholic convention in Wuerzburg, Merz said Germany now offers stronger prospects for young people.

His remarks come amid growing tensions between the United States and its European allies under President Donald Trump. Disagreements over trade, the wars in Ukraine and Iran, and NATO relations have strained ties between Washington and Berlin. Merz recently criticized the United States over the Iran conflict, while Washington responded with plans for partial troop withdrawals from Germany and increased tariffs on European Union car imports.

Although Merz described himself as a longtime admirer of America, he admitted that his opinion was changing. He said many highly educated Americans are struggling to find jobs and suggested the country’s environment has shifted rapidly. Trump has also criticized Germany under Merz, saying the chancellor should focus on fixing his own country before commenting on the United States.

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Zelenskiy Says Russia May Use Belarus to Launch Attack on Ukraine or NATO

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has warned that Russia is trying to pull Belarus deeper into the ongoing war and could be planning military operations from Belarusian territory. Speaking after a meeting with military and intelligence officials, Zelenskiy said Ukraine had identified fresh contacts between Moscow and Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko regarding possible new aggressive actions.

According to Zelenskiy, Russia may be considering attacks either toward Ukraine’s northern Chernihiv-Kyiv region or directly against a NATO member bordering Belarus. Belarus shares borders with NATO countries Poland, Lithuania, and Latvia, raising concerns about broader regional security. However, Zelenskiy did not provide specific evidence or operational details regarding the alleged plans.

Belarus previously allowed Russian forces to use its territory during the 2022 invasion of Ukraine, though it has not officially deployed its own troops in combat. Minsk has also hosted Russian tactical nuclear weapons and Oreshnik hypersonic missiles. Zelenskiy said Ukraine has ordered stronger defenses along its northern border and warned Belarus against supporting any new Russian military campaign.

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Russian Drone Strikes Kill Nine Across Ukraine After Ceasefire Ends

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At least nine people were killed and 28 injured in fresh Russian drone attacks across Ukraine following the expiration of a three-day US-brokered ceasefire. Ukrainian officials said the central Dnipropetrovsk region suffered the heaviest damage, with eight deaths reported, while another casualty occurred in the eastern Donetsk region. Authorities said a total of 14 Ukrainian regions came under attack during the latest wave of strikes.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said more than 100 Russian drones were active over the country on Wednesday morning and warned of continued attacks. Ukraine’s air force reported that Russia launched 139 drones within 24 hours, with 111 intercepted or destroyed, though several strikes hit civilian infrastructure, including railway facilities and residential areas. Regions including Kharkiv, Odesa, Kherson, Zaporizhzhia, and Poltava also reported injuries and property damage.

Meanwhile, Russia said Ukrainian drones targeted industrial and energy facilities overnight in multiple Russian regions, including Astrakhan and Krasnodar. Russian officials claimed hundreds of Ukrainian drones were intercepted and confirmed damage to a gas processing plant and other industrial sites, though no casualties were reported. The renewed attacks highlight escalating tensions after the temporary ceasefire collapsed amid mutual accusations of violations from both sides.

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Zelenskiy Meets Palantir CEO as Ukraine Expands AI Use in War Effort

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Alex Karp in Kyiv as Ukraine accelerates the use of artificial intelligence and advanced data analysis in its war against Russia. The discussions focused on expanding technological cooperation in both military and civilian sectors, with Kyiv increasingly relying on AI-driven systems to improve battlefield operations and national defense capabilities.

Ukraine has partnered with Palantir Technologies on the “Brave1 Dataroom” initiative, which uses combat data collected since Russia’s 2022 invasion to develop AI tools capable of detecting and intercepting Russian drones. Ukrainian Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov said more than 100 companies are currently training dozens of AI models aimed at improving aerial threat detection and battlefield intelligence analysis.

Officials said the partnership has already helped Ukraine create systems for detailed analysis of air strikes and integrate AI solutions into deep-strike mission planning. Zelenskyy described Palantir as a key global technology partner with strong potential to support the defense capabilities of Ukraine, the United States and allied nations as the role of AI in modern warfare continues to expand.

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Kremlin Criticises Armenia Over Zelenskiy Visit and Anti-Russia Remarks

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Russia on Sunday accused Armenia of giving Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy a platform to make anti-Russian comments, highlighting growing tensions between Moscow and its longtime ally Yerevan. During a visit to Armenia last week, Zelenskiy remarked that Russia feared “drones may buzz over Red Square” during the May 9 Victory Day celebrations in Moscow.

The Kremlin reacted strongly to the comments, with spokesperson Dmitry Peskov saying Armenia’s actions were “not normal” and inconsistent with the spirit of relations between the two countries. Russia had earlier summoned Armenia’s ambassador to protest what it described as “terrorist threats against Russia” voiced by Zelenskiy while in Yerevan.

Relations between Russia and Armenia have become increasingly strained in recent years, particularly after Azerbaijan regained control of Nagorno-Karabakh in 2023 despite the presence of Russian peacekeepers. Moscow has also expressed concern over Armenia’s growing ties with Europe after Yerevan hosted a major European Political Community meeting attended by more than 40 leaders, including Zelenskiy.

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