Russia Launches Massive Drone, Missile Attacks Across Ukraine

In the wake of U.S. President Donald Trump's 50-day ultimatum to Russian President Vladimir Putin to reach a peace deal or face severe sanctions, Russia launched extensive missile and drone attacks across multiple Ukrainian cities, primarily targeting energy infrastructure. These strikes caused casualties, including civilians, and widespread power outages in regions such as Kryvyi Rih, Kharkiv, Vinnytsia, and Odesa. Despite the deadline, no new peace talks have been scheduled, and the conflict continues with Russia employing hundreds of Shahed drones and ballistic missiles. President Trump pledged to supply Ukraine with advanced weaponry, including Patriot air defense systems, and warned of 100% tariffs on countries buying Russian goods. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned the ongoing attacks and called for enhanced defenses, emphasizing the need to respond firmly to Russia's aggression. However, some U.S. lawmakers and European officials expressed concern that the ultimatum might allow Russia to gain more territory before any resolution is achieved.