Ukraine has intensified its military operations, successfully sinking a Russian Kilo-class submarine, the Rostov-on-Don, in Crimea and launching a large drone attack on the Morozovsk airfield in the Rostov region. The attacks resulted in the destruction of ammunition warehouses and damage to air defense systems, amidst a broader push for long-range missile support from Western allies. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy emphasized the need to target Russian military aviation for the protection of Ukrainian citizens. However, a Ukrainian drone strike in the Belgorod region resulted in civilian casualties, with one woman killed and several buildings damaged. The escalation in drone strikes and missile attacks by Ukraine has raised concerns about potential retaliation from Russia. The situation reflects the ongoing volatility in the region as Ukraine continues to confront Russian forces on multiple fronts.