On the night of June 28, the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) claimed to have targeted the Kirovske military airfield in occupied Crimea with drones, destroying several helicopters and a Pantsyr-S1 air defense system. The SBU stated that the attack focused on Russian aviation, air defense systems, and storage facilities. This follows a previous drone strike on June 27 at the Marinovka airfield in Russia’s Volgograd Oblast, where four Su-34 fighter jets were allegedly targeted, resulting in the destruction or damage of the aircraft. While these claims are unverified, Ukraine has increased its drone attacks as Russia continues its aerial assaults.
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In a joint operation, Ukraine’s Security Service (SSU), Armed Forces, and Special Operations Forces successfully targeted the Marinovka airfield in Russia’s Volgograd Oblast, resulting in the destruction of two Russian Su-34 fighter-bombers and damage to two others. Long-range drones were employed in the attack, which also ignited a fire in the airfield’s technical maintenance area, a key location for aircraft preparation and repairs. The General Staff noted that Su-34s are the primary tactical aircraft used by Russia for strikes on Ukrainian positions and civilian areas, often equipped with guided aerial bombs.
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On June 28th, Ukrainian Defence Intelligence (DIU) drones targeted military facilities in Bryansk, Russia. Local reports indicated loud explosions and gunfire, sparking discussion amongst Russians. While authorities remained silent, a Ukrainian intelligence source confirmed the DIU attack hit facilities of the 120th Arsenal. This follows a previous DIU strike on June 26th targeting fuel and lubricant warehouses in the same city.
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Following the initial leak of a U.S. intelligence report regarding strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, President Trump accused the media of demeaning the military. The report suggested limited damage from the strikes, which Trump refuted, claiming pilots described the mission as “perfect.” Despite the fact the media only reported on the intelligence assessment, not the pilots’ actions, the president insisted reporters were attacking the military. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth also criticized the media, echoing Trump’s sentiments and focusing on the leak itself.
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Preliminary reports indicate a landscape fire, igniting dry grass and causing unexploded ordnance to detonate at a military facility near Bolshaya Tura, leading to significant explosions. The area has been cordoned off, and firefighting aircraft are being deployed to contain the blaze. This is not the first instance of a fire at this depot, as a similar incident in 2014 resulted in fatalities and evacuations. This incident is part of a concerning trend, as explosions at Russian military storage sites have become more frequent since the invasion of Ukraine, including a recent detonation at a major ammunition depot near Moscow.
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The Netherlands has announced a new military aid package for Ukraine valued at approximately €175 million. A key component of this package is 100 drone-detecting radars, slated for delivery by the end of the year, which will provide critical information to air defense systems. Furthermore, the package includes 20 Ermine CASEVAC vehicles for medical evacuations, alongside an additional €80 million for the international drone coalition. This latest aid comes in addition to a previously announced €400 million allocated for maritime security support, and recent contracts with Ukrainian manufacturers for 600,000 drones worth €500 million.
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Ukrainian forces attack oil depot in Russia’s Rostov region, and this action has sparked a flurry of discussion. The core of the debate revolves around the strategy behind such strikes and their potential ramifications, especially in the context of a broader geopolitical landscape. It’s clear that targeting oil depots is seen by some as a strategic move, a way to hinder Russia’s ability to sustain its military operations in Ukraine. Crippling fuel supplies directly impacts the logistics, making it harder to keep the wheels of war, and the hardware, moving.
This action, the destruction of an oil depot, has a tangible effect, a practical impact on Russia’s capabilities.… Continue reading
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte stated that despite a closed-door working session, Ukraine would be a central focus of the Hague summit, emphasizing unwavering support and highlighting Russia as the most direct threat. Discussions will include Ukraine’s defense spending up to 2035 and its continued fight, along with pledges of over 35 billion euros in additional security assistance. Rutte reiterated Ukraine’s path to NATO membership, while also addressing the geopolitical tensions fueled by Iran and the importance of transatlantic unity.
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Military officials, concerned about then-President Trump’s social media activity potentially jeopardizing operational security, devised a plan to mislead his team regarding a planned attack on Iran. While publicly maintaining a facade of deliberation, the administration was actively planning the strikes. The military, fearing Trump’s unpredictable online behavior, deployed decoy bombers to Guam, ensuring only one group flew towards the actual target. Despite Trump’s claims of obliterating Iranian nuclear facilities, damage reports indicated a more limited impact.
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On June 20th, 2025, Taiwan’s Defence Ministry reported the detection of 50 Chinese military aircraft and six naval vessels near the island. This action follows a British naval vessel’s transit through the Taiwan Strait on June 18th, an event China strongly condemned. The increased military presence around Taiwan reflects China’s ongoing assertion of sovereignty over the island, a claim rejected by Taiwan. This incident represents a significant escalation in military activity, surpassing even the March incursion of 59 Chinese aircraft.
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