Key Facts
• Russia’s Ministry of Defense announced a large-scale attack on Ukraine on June 6.
• The attack was in retaliation for Ukraine’s alleged ‘terrorist acts.’
• Ukraine’s Air Force reported 407 drones and 45 missiles used overnight.
• The attack is the largest since the invasion began in February 2022.
• Ukrainian President Zelensky confirmed 4 deaths and 80 injuries nationwide.
• Russia targeted military facilities and weapon storage sites in Ukraine.
• On June 1, Ukraine conducted a major drone strike on Russian airfields.
• Russian President Putin hinted at retaliation following Ukraine’s ‘Spider Web Operation.’
• Kremlin spokesperson Peskov confirmed the attack as a response to Ukraine’s actions.
Summary
Russia launched its largest attack on Ukraine since the invasion began, using 407 drones and 45 missiles overnight from June 5 to June 6. The assault, which targeted military facilities and weapon storage sites, was described by Russia’s Ministry of Defense as retaliation for Ukraine’s alleged ‘terrorist acts.’ Ukrainian President Zelensky reported 4 fatalities and 80 injuries across the country. This escalation follows Ukraine’s June 1 drone strike on Russian airfields, dubbed the ‘Spider Web Operation,’ which prompted Russian President Putin to suggest a retaliatory response. Kremlin spokesperson Peskov confirmed the recent attack as a direct response to Ukraine’s actions.
