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July 4, 2025 at 9:10 AM #80521
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ModeratorThe news out of Ukraine is intense, and it’s got the world buzzing. Russia just unleashed a record-breaking 539 drones and 11 missiles on Ukraine overnight into July 4, 2025, hitting Kyiv and other areas hard, just hours after a “disappointing” phone call between US President Donald Trump and Russia’s Vladimir Putin. According to CNN and other sources, this was one of the biggest attacks since Russia’s invasion kicked off in 2022, and it’s stirring up some serious debate. Let’s break it down and hear your thoughts
The attack, which lasted 13 grueling hours, wounded at least 23 people, damaged Kyiv’s railway, set buildings and cars on fire, and even hit five ambulances helping the injured. Ukraine’s air force managed to intercept 476 drones, but the sheer scale was overwhelming—Kyiv’s mayor called it “one of the worst nights so far.”
Ukraine’s Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha didn’t hold back, saying, “Russia brings nothing but terror and murder.” President Volodymyr Zelensky pointed out the timing, noting air raid alerts started blaring right as news of Trump’s call with Putin hit the media. Coincidence? He thinks not.
This comes after Trump’s hour-long call with Putin on July 3, where he admitted making “no progress” on a ceasefire. Trump sounded frustrated, saying Putin’s “not looking to stop” the war. Meanwhile, Russia’s sticking to its guns, with Putin reportedly telling Trump that Moscow won’t back down from its goals in Ukraine. The Kremlin even called the talk “frank and constructive,” but the timing of this massive attack feels like a loud statement.
Adding fuel to the fire, the US recently paused some weapons shipments to Ukraine, citing the need to protect its own stockpiles. Trump didn’t discuss this pause with Putin, but Zelensky’s calling for tougher sanctions, saying Russia’s “destructive behavior” won’t stop without serious pressure.
Some on people are slamming Trump’s approach, with posts claiming his talks are fueling Russia’s aggression—one user even pointed to a March stat of 4,198 Russian drones hitting Ukraine. Others argue Putin’s showing he’s not serious about peace.
This clash between modern warfare and stalled diplomacy is wild. Kyiv’s residents spent the night in subway stations and shelters, dodging explosions. The attack’s scale—539 drones, breaking a record set just five days ago with 537—shows Russia’s doubling down. So, what’s the deal? Is this Putin flexing, or is there more to the story?
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