Illia Kabachynskyi

Russia launched a record number of aerial targets against Ukraine on July 8—741 in a single night. That marked a 40% increase compared to the previous attack, which had taken place just five days earlier. While Moscow publicly claims it is open to peace talks, the scale of its assaults continues to grow.

Tomahawk missiles can strike targets over 1,600 km away, which would be critical for targeting a large number of Russian military sites.

The Russian military launched Shahed drones and ballistic missiles at the capital of Ukraine. The exact number of aerial weapons is still being verified, but in previous attacks, reports have cited over 500 drones alone.

Russia’s drone war on Ukrainian cities is intensifying, with 550 drones and missiles launched in one night—the second major assault in a week. The strikes aim to overwhelm air defenses, making interception systems critical for survival.

The Russian economy has endured four years of sanctions since launching its full-scale war in Ukraine, but this endurance is not a sign of strength. One of its two key lifelines, the National Wealth Fund, is now showing serious signs of depletion, in part thanks to the sanctions.