According to the data published by the AFP based on the information of the Ukrainian authorities, in July the Russian armed forces fired up to 6297 long -range drones to Ukraine, which means an increase of 16 percent. compared to June. This number continues the growing trend of the third month in a row. In addition, in the same month Russia carried out 198 rocket attacks, which makes July the second most intense in terms of rocket attacks this year – informs AFP.
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The highest number of victims for three years
The escalation of attacks coincided with severe diplomatic tests, which did not bring a specific breakthrough. The Kremlin remains adamant about the suspension of weapons, arguing that such a solution could support Ukrainian military activities. This attitude of Russia met with acute criticism on the part of US President Donald Trump. In June, the American leader gave Vladimir Putin 50 days at the end of the war, threatening strict sanctions. According to AFP, the duration of the ultimatum has been shortened this week to ten days, which means that the Kremlin has time to act only until August 8.
Russian attacks are not without consequences for the civilian population. The UN reported that the escalation of Russian use of drones and rockets in June led to the highest number of killed and wounded civilians for three years. Ukraine in response calls for support in the form of modern anti -aircraft defense systems. The expected deliveries include American Patriot batteries, whose financing would rest on the shoulders of European countries.
The President of Ukraine Wołodymyr Zelanski revealed additional details on July attacks on Friday. He noted that during a month Russia used over 5,100 managed air bombs, about 3,800 Shaad drones, as well as almost 260 rockets of various types, including 128 ballistic ones.
These data are part of the image of growing tensions, which are questioned in question, the possibility of a quick ending of the conflict and forces the next steps on the international community. All eyes will be turned to the Kremlin in the coming days, where it is time to respond to the US ultimatum.
