RUSSIA HAMMERS UKRAINE WITH 550 MISSILES AND SHAHED DRONES OVERNIGHT; 23 PEOPLE INJURED IN KYIV
In the largest aerial assault since the war began, Russia launched 550 missiles and Shahed-type drones across Ukraine overnight, targeting civilian infrastructure and densely populated districts of Kyiv. At least 23 people were injured, including multiple hospitalizations.
This significant escalation reflects heightened tensions and brings global attention to the worsening conflict in Eastern Europe.
LARGEST AERIAL STRIKE SINCE 2022
According to Ukrainian defense officials, Russia deployed 539 Shahed drones and 11 missiles, making this the most intense aerial campaign since 2022. The attack lasted over seven hours, from late July 3 through early July 4, 2025.
Kyiv's air defense systems were on high alert, managing to intercept over 270 drones and missiles, while 208 were neutralized via electronic warfare.
WIDESPREAD DAMAGE AND HUMAN IMPACT IN KYIV
The attack caused fires, power outages, and significant damage in five Kyiv districts:
Solomianskyi
Sviatoshynskyi
Shevchenkivskyi
Darnytskyi
Holosiivskyi
Emergency responders reported multiple residential buildings hit, with rooftops and upper floors catching fire. 14 of the 23 injured individuals required hospitalization, with others treated at the scene.
GEOPOLITICAL CONTEXT: ESCALATION AFTER PUTIN-TRUMP CALL
This massive offensive came just hours after a high-profile phone call between Russian President Vladimir Putin and former U.S. President Donald Trump. The conversation reportedly centered around peace efforts, though no meaningful progress was made.
Analysts suggest the timing may signal Moscow’s intent to pressure both Kyiv and international stakeholders ahead of future negotiations.
UKRAINE'S DEFENSE RESPONSE: STRONG BUT STRETCHED
Despite the scale of the attack, Ukraine’s air defense systems successfully intercepted a large portion of the incoming threats. Advanced Western-supplied systems, combined with domestically produced interceptors, played a crucial role in minimizing casualties.
However, the sheer volume of drones and missiles has raised concerns about sustainability and stockpile depletion within Ukrainian defenses.
FAQ SECTION
Q1: Why did Russia launch such a large number of drones and missiles?
A1: Analysts believe the goal was to overwhelm Ukrainian defenses, damage critical infrastructure, and send a political message amid stalled peace efforts.
Q2: What type of drones were used in the attack?
A2: Russia used Shahed-type drones, which are Iranian-made loitering munitions capable of precision strikes.
Q3: How many drones and missiles were intercepted?
A3: Ukrainian forces intercepted 270 projectiles, while another 208 were jammed or deflected using electronic warfare systems.
Q4: Were there any fatalities in Kyiv?
A4: As of now, no fatalities have been confirmed, but 23 people were injured, and several were hospitalized.
Q5: Is this the largest attack of the war?
A5: Yes, this is currently the largest recorded aerial attack in terms of the number of projectiles launched at Ukraine in a single night.
Published on: July 4, 2025
Published by: PAVAN
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