Kyiv hit by drone attacks; Trump reportedly offers to help end Ukraine war
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- Multiple explosions were heard in Kyiv on June 15 as Russia launched drone attacks, causing fires and power outages in several areas.
- At least one person was injured when drone debris hit residential buildings and cars, according to local authorities.
- Separately, former U.S. President Donald Trump reportedly told Russian President Vladimir Putin during a call that ending the war in Ukraine is necessary and that he is willing to help facilitate peace.
Kyiv experienced a barrage of explosions early on June 15 following a renewed Russian assault involving drones. Local officials reported that debris from downed unmanned aerial vehicles struck residential buildings and vehicles, igniting fires across the capital. At least one person sustained injuries in the attacks, and some areas of Kyiv lost electricity.
Multiple houses and cars caught fire after drone debris hit them.
Ukraine's Air Force confirmed that drones were targeting the capital from multiple directions, warning of the potential for subsequent missile strikes. Eyewitnesses reported hearing numerous explosions throughout the city as emergency services worked to contain the damage. The attacks underscore the ongoing volatility of the conflict, even as diplomatic channels are reportedly being explored.
Drones are continuing to attack Kyiv from various directions.
In a separate development, former U.S. President Donald Trump reportedly engaged in a phone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin on June 14. According to Kremlin foreign policy advisor Yuri Ushakov, Trump emphasized the necessity of ending the conflict in Ukraine and expressed his readiness to assist in achieving a resolution. Ushakov stated the call lasted 55 minutes and that Trump also indicated progress in talks between the U.S. and Iran.
Regarding the conflict in Ukraine, Donald Trump once again stressed that it is important to cease hostilities.
Trump reportedly told Putin that ending hostilities was crucial and that he was prepared to work with European partners and Kyiv, potentially including discussions at the upcoming G7 summit. He suggested that a swift resolution could pave the way for improved U.S.-Russia relations. Putin, in response, reportedly asserted that Ukraine's increased attacks on Russian territory would not alter the situation on the battlefield. The White House had not yet commented on the reported call.
Donald Trump said he is ready to act together with European partners and Kyiv.
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Originally published by Tuแปi Trแบป in Vietnamese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.
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