Russian Drone Swarm Attack Leaves 6 Dead; Proximity to NATO Borders Draws Multinational Condemnation

Russia launched a massive daytime drone strike on western Ukraine's critical infrastructure, leaving at least 6 dead. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy noted that over 800 drones were deployed since midnight, targeting areas near NATO borders. The strikes prompted strong condemnation from neighboring countries. Poland scrambled fighter jets to intercept a Russian reconnaissance plane in international airspace. Slovakia temporarily closed its border with Ukraine, and Moldova reported a drone violating its airspace. The attacks follow the end of a US-brokered three-day ceasefire.