Ukraine and Russia Exchange Drone Strikes Amid Ongoing Conflict
On Saturday, Ukraine and Russia conducted aerial attacks as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with top aides to discuss next steps. A Ukrainian drone reportedly struck the machine room of the Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, causing unspecified damage but not affecting core equipment. Ukraine's military denied involvement in the strike, asserting compliance with international humanitarian law. Meanwhile, a Ukrainian UAV attack on Taganrog port resulted in a fire affecting a tanker and an administrative building, with no casualties reported. Ukrainian air defense claimed to have intercepted five missiles and 279 drones overnight. The conflict continues to escalate, with both sides targeting military and infrastructure sites.
Published 13 hours ago • 31 May 2026, 12:45 AM IST