Ukraine faces intense combat and critical Kostiantynivka situation

Ukrainian forces continue to face intense combat and drone attacks across various fronts. On June 13, air defenses intercepted 110 of 118 Russian drones launched across northern, southern, and eastern regions, though three reportedly struck their targets. This followed 193 combat engagements reported by the General Staff on June 12, which included 61 air strikes, over 6,000 drone attacks, and 2,341 shellings.

In Kostiantynivka, Ukrainian troops are engaged in urban combat against infiltrating enemy personnel. A battalion commander stated the city is "semi-encircled" due to Russian advances near Chasiv Yar and Berestky, describing the situation as "very complex." Military experts characterize the situation in Kostiantynivka as "sharply worsened" this month, with one analyst suggesting its potential loss to Russia in "June-July." Separately, the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant experienced its 19th complete loss of external power on June 10 after an attack on an electrical substation, necessitating backup diesel generators, as confirmed by the IAEA.

Sources: Українська правда, Радіо Свобода, Громадське