**Ukraine’s Military Strikes Hit Russia Hard**
In a series of targeted attacks, Ukraine has dealt significant blows to Russia’s war industry and military capabilities. The strikes, which have been ongoing for several days, have seen Ukrainian forces torching Russian war factories, fuel depots, and other critical infrastructure.
One of the most notable attacks was on a fuel depot in Engels, which is still burning three days after it was hit. Satellite images show a massive smoke plume stretching 15 kilometers across the landscape. This strike has crippled Russia’s ability to supply its warplanes with fuel, leaving them grounded and unable to operate effectively.
Additionally, Ukraine has targeted Russian explosives-making plants, including the Azot plant, which was last attacked two weeks ago. The latest strikes have set fire to the bitumen plant, causing significant damage to Russia’s war industry.
**Russia’s Summer Offensive Falters**
Despite Russia’s claims of breaching Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, Ukraine has denied these assertions, saying that Russia is lying about its military gains. Fighting continues in the region, but Ukraine’s forces are holding their ground and pushing back against Russian advances.
In another significant development, Russia launched a limited counterattack after being hit by a massive wave of Ukrainian drones. However, Ukraine’s air defense systems were able to shoot down 40 out of the 49 Russian missiles fired, leaving Moscow’s military reeling from the embarrassment.
**International Community Watches with Bated Breath**
As the conflict continues to escalate, the international community is watching with growing concern. The US has expressed its expectation that Russia will launch another multi-pronged attack on Ukraine, possibly targeting symbolic sites across the country.
Meanwhile, diplomatic efforts to bring an end to the war continue, despite Russia’s rejection of ceasefire proposals. US Secretary of State Rubio again called for direct talks between Ukraine and Russia, but it remains unclear whether these efforts will yield any tangible results.
**Humanitarian Crisis Deepens**
The conflict has taken a devastating toll on civilians, with reports emerging of Russian missiles killing young couples planning to get married. The couple’s bodies were found in the basement of their apartment building after the collapse caused by the missile strike.
As the war rages on, the humanitarian crisis deepens, with thousands of people forced to flee their homes and seek safety elsewhere.
**Key Developments**
* Ukraine has blown up a Russian bomb factory, dealing a significant blow to Russia’s war industry.
* Russia has faked its breakthrough in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, but Ukraine denies these claims.
* The US continues to call for direct talks between Ukraine and Russia despite Russia’s rejection of ceasefire proposals.
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