Summary
Russia’s war in Ukraine took a darker turn this week as Putin threatened to grab more territory and launched deadly strikes on Kyiv. Ukrainian attacks are also shaking up life in Crimea, while both sides ramp up propaganda and military plans.
Key Stories
Putin vows to take more Ukrainian land as strikes intensify — Russian President Putin warned he’s not stopping at current gains and ordered his army to plan new ways to capture Kyiv. Meanwhile, deadly strikes rocked the Ukrainian capital, killing civilians and escalating tensions.
Ukraine hits back hard, disrupting life in Crimea — Ukrainian attacks are making life tougher in Russian-occupied Crimea, with ATMs down and fuel shortages even on the black market. The strikes show Ukraine’s growing ability to strike deep behind enemy lines.
Russia launches massive drone attack on Moscow — Dozens of drones slammed into the Russian capital, with Moscow’s mayor saying over 60 were shot down. The attack marks one of the biggest assaults on Russia’s heartland since the war began.
Ukraine’s leaders eye presidential race amid war — With elections looming, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and military chief Zaluzhniy are being talked about as potential candidates. The war’s outcome could shape who leads the country next.
Propaganda and performance crimes ramp up in war — Both sides are using bold, symbolic attacks to send messages to the world. Experts say these so-called performance crimes are becoming a key part of modern warfare and intelligence battles.