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03.06.2025

03.06.2025Day Ukraine Struck Bridge Third Time

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Ukraine for 03.06.2025.

It displays 88 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

03.06.2025Day Ukraine Struck Bridge Third Time
Ukrainian media reported extensive drone attacks on multiple cities hours after Istanbul peace talks concluded, with Russia launching 112 drones and hitting Chernihiv, Odesa, and Sumy's center, killing four and wounding 28. The timing drew particular attention given the diplomatic context.

The SBU conducted its third strike on the Crimean Bridge, this time targeting underwater infrastructure rather than the surface structure. Ukrainian sources suggested the operation used underwater drones rather than divers, despite Russian defensive measures. The FSB claimed to have arrested a Ukrainian agent in connection.

Ukraine's General Staff finalized casualty assessments from June 1st's Operation "Spider Web," confirming 41 Russian aircraft destroyed across four airfields. American experts characterized the operation as a "symbolic victory" where demonstrated capability mattered more than disputed numbers.

Ground Forces Commander Drapatiy, who had submitted his resignation, was reassigned as Joint Forces Commander after speaking with Zelensky, suggesting internal military restructuring amid ongoing operations.
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05:49Spider Web Claims Exceed NATO Standards

The newspapers report on escalating assessments of Operation "Spider Web's" strategic impact, with Ukraine claiming it has surpassed NATO capabilities and experts from various countries analyzing the operation (Glavcom). Prime Minister Shmyhal emphasized the strikes were not an isolated episode but part of a repeatable targeted military strategy (Liga.net). Ukrainian media question whether the destruction of dozens of Russian aircraft will reduce future attacks (Hromadske). Meanwhile, Russian forces occupied Konstantynivka in Sumy region, threatening neighboring villages (Pravda), while drone attacks on Chernihiv, Odesa and Kharkiv resulted in casualties, with Odesa reporting five wounded (Ukrinform UA, UNIAN). US Democrats criticized Trump for lacking backbone as Putin refuses serious peace negotiations, with Senator Schumer calling Putin "a clear villain and bully" (Kyiv Post).
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07:34Russian Drone Swarm Hours After Peace Talks

The newspapers report on Russia launching massive drone attacks just hours after peace talks concluded in Turkey, with 112 drones targeting multiple Ukrainian cities. Ukrainian air defenses intercepted 75 drones, but strikes hit Chernihiv, Balakliia, Odesa, and Sumy's city center, killing civilians and wounding at least eight (Kyiv Post, Liga.net, Pravda). The timing immediately following diplomatic negotiations drew particular attention across outlets. Military reports indicate 142 combat clashes occurred on the frontline in the past day, concentrated in the Pokrovsk sector (Ukrinform). Meanwhile, a major prisoner exchange was completed with 1,000 Ukrainian prisoners returned for 1,000 Russian captives (Ukrinform UA). The New York Times reported Russia is preparing harsh retaliation for Ukraine's recent airfield attacks (UNIAN).
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11:19American Experts Call Spider Web Symbolic Victory

The newspapers report on evolving assessments of Ukraine's "Spider Web" operation, with American experts describing it as a "symbolic victory" where demonstrated capability matters more than disputed casualty numbers (Radio Svoboda, Kyiv Post). Analysis suggests the strategic intent and technological capability displayed are more significant than debates over precise aircraft destroyed. Meanwhile, Ukraine's SBU conducted its third strike on the Crimean Bridge, severely damaging underwater structures (Ukrinform UA). The Rada approved legislation establishing a military ombudsman position (Glavcom), while a Ukrainian delegation arrived in the US for negotiations, with the President's Office revealing discussion topics (UNIAN). Russian strikes on Sumy's center killed 3 and wounded 25 (Pravda).
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14:14Third Crimean Bridge Strike Hits Underwater

The newspapers report on updated casualty assessments from Operation "Spider Web," with Ukraine's General Staff finalizing counts at 41 Russian aircraft destroyed during the June 1st SBU airfield strikes (Glavcom, Liga.net, UNIAN). Meanwhile, Ukrainian forces conducted their third attack on the Crimean Bridge, this time targeting underwater infrastructure using SBU maritime operations, with Russian FSB claiming to have arrested a Ukrainian spy in connection (Kyiv Post, Pravda, Ukrinform UA). The bridge strike occurred just two days after the airfield operations, suggesting coordinated strategic targeting of Russian infrastructure.
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18:23Third Crimean Bridge Attack Goes Underwater

The newspapers report on Ukraine's third successful strike against the Crimean Bridge, with the SBU conducting an underwater attack that severely damaged infrastructure (Glavcom, Kyiv Post, Liga.net, Ukrinform). Analysis suggests the operation used non-diver methods, likely underwater drones or mines, despite Russia's multilayered defense systems (Liga.net). The FSB claimed to arrest a Ukrainian agent in connection with the strike (Kyiv Post). The attack occurred two days after Operation Spider Web, with reports indicating it caused "epic failure" for Russia's air defense capabilities (UNIAN). Meanwhile, Ground Forces Commander Drapatiy, who had submitted his resignation, announced after speaking with Zelensky that he would remain in service (Pravda, Ukrinform UA). Russia also attacked Sumy during this period (Glavcom).
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