Russia-Ukraine War Live Updates

June 2, 2025 | Compiled by TaazaDam News Desk
Get the latest breaking news and developments from the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. This page is continuously updated with verified reports from trusted sources.
Major Drone Strike Damages Dozens of Russian Aircraft
11:00 AM GMT+3
Ukraine has launched a massive drone offensive deep into Russian territory, damaging or destroying at least 41 military aircraft. Known as Operation Spider’s Web, the attack targeted long-range bombers and radar planes at airfields in Siberia and the Arctic. The Ukrainian government claims it used 117 drones, many launched from inside Russia.
Istanbul Peace Talks Underway
10:30 AM GMT+3
Delegates from Ukraine and Russia have begun peace talks in Istanbul. Ukraine is proposing a 30-day full ceasefire, mutual prisoner release, and the return of children taken to Russian territory. A potential summit between Presidents Zelensky and Putin is also on the table.
🇷🇺 Russia Calls Strike “State Terrorism”
9:45 AM GMT+3
The Kremlin has responded harshly to Ukraine’s drone campaign, labeling it an act of “state terrorism.” Russian defense officials are assessing the damage, which includes strategic bombers used in past strikes on Ukraine.
🌍 International Reactions
9:15 AM GMT+3
- U.S. and EU support Ukraine’s peace roadmap
- China urges both sides to de-escalate
- NATO is monitoring the situation closely
Humanitarian agencies warn of worsening civilian conditions in eastern Ukraine amid intensified fighting.
Battlefield Updates
8:30 AM GMT+3
- Heavy fighting reported near Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia
- Ukrainian forces claim minor gains in Luhansk region
- Russian shelling continues in Kharkiv, with power outages reported
This page will be updated throughout the day with verified reports.