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Kyiv can stop most Russian drones but ballistic missiles slip through for a brutal reason

Kyiv can stop most Russian drones but ballistic missiles slip through for a brutal reason

A major Russian barrage over Kyiv highlighted a grim split in Ukraine’s air defenses: drones are largely stopped, but ballistic missiles are the stubborn problem. In a seven-hour attack, Russia launched 675 drones and 56 missiles; Ukraine’s network jammed and shot down all but 22 drones, but 15 missiles still penetrated. Officials say the gap is driven by a shortage of Western anti-missile systems and scarce, extremely expensive interceptor ammunition, worsened by US spending in the Middle East.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 15 May 2026
Russia unleashes largest drone assault in two days hitting Kyiv and more with hundreds of strikes

Russia unleashes largest drone assault in two days hitting Kyiv and more with hundreds of strikes

Russia mounted its largest aerial assault in a two-day stretch, firing hundreds of drones and missiles that struck Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities. The attacks damaged residential and other infrastructure, killing at least 11 people. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy called on Western partners to keep backing air-defense systems as the strikes continue.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 14 May 2026

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Russia unleashes largest wartime drone assault hitting Kyiv and killing at least three overnight

Russia unleashes largest wartime drone assault hitting Kyiv and killing at least three overnight

Russia launched what Ukrainian officials call its largest drone assault over two days since the war began, targeting Kyiv as the main focus alongside other cities. President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said damage spread across roughly 20 locations in Kyiv and the surrounding region. Officials reported at least three deaths in Kyiv and around 40 injuries, including two children.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 14 May 2026
Jaishankar meets Lavrov as BRICS ministers weigh energy trade and Ukraine tensions in Delhi

Jaishankar meets Lavrov as BRICS ministers weigh energy trade and Ukraine tensions in Delhi

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in Delhi, focusing on energy and trade ties. The discussion also ranged over the West Asia crisis and the ongoing Ukraine conflict, with both sides emphasizing shared interests in strengthening multipolarity. BRICS foreign ministers have gathered for a wider conclave as diplomacy and strategy take center stage.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 13 May 2026
Russia hammers Ukraine with drone barrages as Trump floats peace talks and Kyiv pushes back

Russia hammers Ukraine with drone barrages as Trump floats peace talks and Kyiv pushes back

Russia is intensifying drone strikes across Ukraine, hitting infrastructure and civilian areas, while President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urges the international community to step up support. The pressure comes as Trump signals possible peace talks, even as Kyiv appears more emboldened amid the mounting damage and urgency on the ground.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 13 May 2026
Russia demands Ukraine withdraw from Donbas for any ceasefire talks as Zelensky rejects surrender terms

Russia demands Ukraine withdraw from Donbas for any ceasefire talks as Zelensky rejects surrender terms

Russia has reiterated that any ceasefire or comprehensive peace talks depend on Ukraine withdrawing its forces from the Donbas region. The push follows President Putin’s claim that the war is nearing its end. Ukraine’s President Zelensky has dismissed the demand as surrender, rejecting Moscow’s conditions for negotiations to begin.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 13 May 2026

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Russia resumes drone strikes after Ukraine truce expires killing in eastern regions authorities say

Russia resumes drone strikes after Ukraine truce expires killing in eastern regions authorities say

Russia resumed strikes on Ukraine after a three-day truce expired on Tuesday, Ukrainian authorities said. The attacks included drone strikes on the capital and casualties in eastern Ukraine, with one death reported in Dnipropetrovsk and additional injuries in the region. The renewed violence follows the end of the temporary pause in fighting.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 12 May 2026
US brokered Russia Ukraine ceasefire expires as mutual blame fuels fresh attacks and talks stall

US brokered Russia Ukraine ceasefire expires as mutual blame fuels fresh attacks and talks stall

A US brokered ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine has expired, with both sides trading accusations of violations. Ukrainian officials say Russian strikes hit civilian areas, while Russia claims more than a thousand breaches. US and European officials are weighing further talks, but diplomacy has produced little progress. Prisoner exchanges are being prepared, yet key negotiating positions appear unchanged.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 11 May 2026
Ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia wobbles as weekend attacks spark fresh blame

Ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia wobbles as weekend attacks spark fresh blame

A US-brokered ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine is under heavy strain after both sides reported weekend attacks. Ukraine described drone strikes and clashes, while Russia’s Defence Ministry said it shot down many Ukrainian drones. Despite ongoing diplomatic efforts, key sticking points remain unresolved. US envoys are set to visit Moscow soon, aiming to revive talks even as fighting claims continue.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 10 May 2026
Putin Says India China and US Consultations Led to 3 Day Ukraine Ceasefire Before Victory Day

Putin Says India China and US Consultations Led to 3 Day Ukraine Ceasefire Before Victory Day

Russian President Vladimir Putin said he briefed India, China, and the United States on risks in Kyiv before Moscow agreed to a three-day ceasefire with Ukraine during Victory Day commemorations. He described the pause as driven by humanitarian and historical considerations, and said it includes a prisoner exchange—framing the truce as coordinated groundwork rather than a sudden move.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 10 May 2026

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Putin Says Ukraine War Is Ending, Blames Western Elites for Starting It

Putin Says Ukraine War Is Ending, Blames Western Elites for Starting It

On Victory Day, Vladimir Putin told media the Ukraine conflict is “coming to an end,” while blaming the “globalist wing” of Western elites for provoking the war. He pointed to NATO expansion and referenced the failure of a 2022 Istanbul agreement, amid fresh claims after Trump announced a three-day ceasefire Russia and Ukraine reportedly agreed to.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 10 May 2026
Putin says Ukraine war nearing end and signals talks with Schroeder as envoy

Putin says Ukraine war nearing end and signals talks with Schroeder as envoy

Russian President Vladimir Putin said the Ukraine conflict is nearing its end and indicated he is open to talks. He suggested former German Chancellor Gerhard Schroeder as his preferred negotiator, while European Union leaders are reportedly preparing for potential discussions. Moscow has previously urged European governments to initiate contact after cutting ties in 2022.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 9 May 2026
Putin slams NATO and calls Ukraine war goals just at scaled Victory Day parade

Putin slams NATO and calls Ukraine war goals just at scaled Victory Day parade

In a scaled-back Victory Day parade on Moscow’s Red Square, Vladimir Putin told Russians his soldiers in Ukraine face an “aggressive force” backed by NATO and said his war aims are “just.” Speaking alongside Russian units and troops from North Korea, he invoked the Soviet victory to bolster support for the campaign despite the reduced ceremony.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 9 May 2026
Russia shrinks Victory Day parade as Ukraine threats reshape military show amid ceasefire hopes

Russia shrinks Victory Day parade as Ukraine threats reshape military show amid ceasefire hopes

Russia held a scaled-back Victory Day parade, citing threats from Ukraine that reduced military displays marking the Soviet defeat of Nazi Germany. As worries deepen around the war, US President Donald Trump announced a ceasefire proposal backed by both Russia and Ukraine, aiming to de-escalate tensions. The conflict, however, continues to cast a shadow over Russia’s observance.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 9 May 2026

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Russia shoots down 347 Ukrainian drones across 20 regions including Moscow

Russia shoots down 347 Ukrainian drones across 20 regions including Moscow

Russia says it destroyed 347 Ukrainian drones in an overnight strike spanning more than 20 regions, including Moscow, according to its Defense Ministry. Officials call it Ukraine’s second-biggest aerial attack since the all-out invasion began over four years ago. The highest toll came last March, when Ukraine launched 389 drones.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 7 May 2026
Ukraine ramps up medium range drone strikes targeting Russian logistics and air defenses

Ukraine ramps up medium range drone strikes targeting Russian logistics and air defenses

Ukraine has significantly increased medium range drone strikes aimed at Russian logistics, troop concentrations, and air defenses located dozens of kilometers behind the front lines. The tempo has more than doubled since March, reflecting a push to disrupt supply chains and erode Russia’s ability to sustain operations while Kyiv expands its domestic defense capabilities.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 5 May 2026
Russia declares May 9 truce for Ukraine then vows massive Kyiv missile strike

Russia declares May 9 truce for Ukraine then vows massive Kyiv missile strike

Russia says it will hold a unilateral ceasefire with Ukraine from May 8-9, timed with Moscow’s World War II Victory Day. The announcement, attributed to Putin, comes with a stark warning: if Ukraine breaks the truce, Russia will conduct a “massive missile strike” on Kyiv. Observers will watch whether the window holds amid rising tensions.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 4 May 2026
Ukrainian drones strike Russia’s Primorsk port as dozens are shot down

Ukrainian drones strike Russia’s Primorsk port as dozens are shot down

Ukrainian drones reportedly hit Russia’s Primorsk port, a key oil-export outlet in the northwest region. Regional governor Alexander Drozdenko said over 60 drones were shot down overnight. He added that the resulting fire was extinguished quickly and that there was no oil spill, despite the attack targeting vital port infrastructure.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 3 May 2026

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Chernobyl cooks fight for pensions after radiation scars and wasted food

Chernobyl cooks fight for pensions after radiation scars and wasted food

Forty years after Chernobyl, women recruited from the Rivne Nuclear Power Plant to cook for cleanup crews still carry the fallout. They reported radiation exposure, health problems, and troubling handling of worker food—often wasted, sometimes contaminated, and occasionally smuggled out. Decades later, these cooks are still battling for promised pensions, highlighting the disaster’s long afterlife.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 3 May 2026
Ukrainian drones strike Russian oil inside Russia as fuel costs threaten to rise again

Ukrainian drones strike Russian oil inside Russia as fuel costs threaten to rise again

Ukrainian drones have targeted Russian oil facilities far inside Russia, aiming to disrupt supplies and reduce funds for the war. Officials say the strikes bring the conflict closer to civilians, while analysts are split on how much they will hurt Russia economically. Concerns are growing over environmental fallout, including reports of oil spills and toxic rain.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 2 May 2026
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