**Ukraine Slams Putin’s Retaliation Threats After Successful Spiderweb Operation**
In a bold move, Ukraine has lashed out at Russian President Vladimir Putin’s threats of retaliation after the country’s successful Operation Spiderweb. The operation saw Ukrainian forces destroy over 40 Russian strategic aircraft worth $7 billion across five airbases, crippling Russia’s bomber fleet.
Kyiv has urged Putin to accept a ceasefire, saying that his threats are nothing but “whining.” Ukraine’s government claims that Putin is trying to distract from the country’s military failures. The operation was carried out by Ukrainian spies who created a multi-country network surrounding Russia to execute the historic deep-strike mission.
**Ukraine Strikes First at Russian Launchers**
In a preemptive move, Ukraine destroyed Russian Iskander launchers before they could carry out a planned strike on Kyiv. The attack was made possible through advanced intelligence and high-stakes operation. This marked a significant blow to Russia’s plans to retaliate against Ukraine.
**Drone Attacks Complicate Russian Plans**
Ukraine has also targeted Millerovo air base, crippling energy in occupied southern territories. Drone attacks plunged the region into darkness, complicating Russia’s plans to reactivate the occupied Zaporizhzhia power station.
**New Chief of Ukraine’s Drone Corps Sets 100-Day Plan**
Robert “Madiar” Brovdy, a battlefield-tested commander and former entrepreneur, has taken charge of Ukraine’s Unmanned Systems Forces. He has set a 100-day plan to reshape the sky with drone technology.
**US Reevaluates Homeland Security After Ukrainian Drone Strike**
The US army secretary acknowledged that America may face a new kind of war after a massive Ukrainian drone strike on airfields in Siberia.
**Montenegro to Produce Drones for Ukraine**
In a significant development, Montenegro will produce drones for Ukraine as part of a $15 million agreement backed by the US. Initial production will be donated to Ukraine, with long-term export and defense goals.
**Europe Offers Postwar Shield to Ukraine**
Despite Washington’s refusal to help raise it, Europe is offering Ukraine a postwar shield to deter future Russian aggression. Plans for a Western coalition stall as Trump’s White House declines to back Europe’s security guarantees.
**Humanitarian and Social Impact**
Ukraine warns of an Europe-wide nuclear disaster as Russia plans to reconnect the Zaporizhzhia plant. The largest nuclear power plant in Europe remains in cold shutdown, with no spare parts or qualified personnel available to maintain it.
**Russia Kills Ukrainian Baby and Seven More People**
In a tragic incident, a Russian drone strike on Pryluky killed five people, including a one-year-old baby and his mother and grandmother.
**Trump Stalls Senate Bipartisan Sanctions Bill**
The proposed legislation seeks to impose massive tariffs on Russian exports amid the ongoing war in Ukraine. However, Trump’s refusal to back the bill has stalled its progress.
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