Russia Launches Largest Drone Attack on Ukraine Ports

Ukraine faced significant attacks from Russia, including a major drone assault on the port city of Mykolaiv and the central city of Kryvyi Rih, which officials described as the largest drone attack on Kryvyi Rih to date, causing fires and building damage but no casualties. Concurrently, the U.S. facilitated separate agreements to cease hostilities in the Black Sea and regarding energy targets, although the implementation timeline is unclear. In response, Russian forces reported thwarting drone strikes targeting gas infrastructure in the Belgorod region and the Kropotkinskaya pumping station in Krasnodar, with both incidents highlighting ongoing tensions. The drone threats continue to escalate, with Ukraine's drone operations aimed at Russian energy assets causing damage but also being met with robust Russian air defenses. The situation remains fluid, with both sides exchanging attacks while attempting to manage energy security amidst the ongoing conflict.