⚔️ Major Military Developments

Ukraine’s Massive Drone Strike (“Operation Spider's Web”):

On June 1, Ukraine launched a coordinated drone strike using 117 drones against five Russian airbases. Around 40+ Russian aircraft (including bombers) were reportedly destroyed or damaged. This marked one of Ukraine’s boldest attacks deep inside Russian territory.

Russia’s Retaliation:

In response, Russia launched a record-breaking 472 drone barrage at Ukrainian targets. Ukraine says it successfully shot down 52 drones, but several hit infrastructure targets.

Frontline Clashes:

There were 146 skirmishes along the frontline on June 1, with Russia focusing heavily on the Pokrovsk sector (eastern Ukraine), attempting to advance but facing heavy resistance.

Russian Missile Strike on Ukrainian Training Ground:

On June 1, Russia struck a Ukrainian military training site, killing 12 soldiers and injuring 60. Following the attack, Major General Mykhailo Drapati, commander of Ukraine’s ground forces, resigned.

🕊️ Peace Talks in Istanbul

Location: Istanbul, Turkey

Mediated by: U.S. President Donald Trump (who has re-entered office)

Both sides are far from an agreement.

Ukraine demands:

Full withdrawal of Russian forces

Compensation for damages

Right to join NATO

Russia demands:

Ukraine drops NATO ambitions

Recognition of Russian control over occupied territories

Trump has warned both sides that the U.S. may withdraw from the talks if they fail to make progress.

📍 Other Notable Events

Kharkiv Missile Attacks:

Russia launched new missile attacks on the city of Kharkiv early this morning. There were no reported fatalities, but infrastructure was damaged.

Sabotage in Russian Territory:

Two major railway bridges in Kursk and Bryansk (Russia) were destroyed in explosions. At least seven people died in resulting train derailments. Russia accuses Ukrainian sabotage teams.$BTC