Russia and Ukraine Ramp Up Amid Trump’s Peace Push
A daring attack across Russia destroyed nuclear bombers and other warplanes.
Anthony Constantini
June 07, 2025
_WHAT’S HAPPENING_
Earlier this week, Ukraine carried out one of its most daring attacks yet: a complex operation, called Operation Spiderweb, spanning the entirety of Russia’s territory, targeting its strategic bomber force. The Russians have responded with heavy attacks on Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities.
The developments underscore a difficult reality for the Trump administration: that neither side is seeking peace at all costs.