Ukraine hits St. Petersburg again after Putin rejects talks
Ukraine launched a massive drone attack on St. Petersburg and several other Russian regions following Vladimir Putin's rejection of peace talks. The strikes targeted critical infrastructure, including the Baltic Fleet's base in Kronstadt, and disrupted local operations at Pulkovo Airport.
Why it matters
This represents a significant escalation in the conflict, demonstrating Ukraine's long-range strike capabilities deep within Russian territory.
Ukrainian drones targeted St. Petersburg and the surrounding region for a second time after Russian President Vladimir Putin rejected Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's offer of peace talks.
The article reports on military events using standard journalistic language, citing both Ukrainian claims and Russian Defense Ministry statements.
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