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Russia – Ukraine War Updates: Key Developments as of July 21, 2025
On July 21, 2025, Russian forces launched hundreds of drones and missiles at Ukraine, hitting Kyiv, Kharkiv and other regions. Ukraine intercepted most strikes and deepened defence cooperation with allies. ([turn0search20])
Jul 21, 2025
![Security Service of Ukraine officers conducting mass raids at National Anti‑Corruption Bureau (NABU) offices amid treason and Russian collaboration allegations. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}](https://empr.media/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/mass_Raid_at_nabu-21.07.2025-300x172.png)
Mass raids at NABU: suspicions of treason and collaboration with Russia
Around 70 searches were carried out at NABU offices and employees’ homes as the SBU and Prosecutor General allege one top official aided Russia and leaked classified information — sparking institutional conflict and legal controversy. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Jul 21, 2025

Number of Injured in Kyiv Following Overnight Russian Missile Attack Rises
After a Russian overnight missile attack on Kyiv, authorities report an increase in the number of injured civilians and damage to homes and infrastructure as emergency crews continue rescue and medical efforts.
Jul 21, 2025

Kyiv Update: Fires, Damage, and Casualties Across Multiple Districts Following Overnight Russian Attack
A Russian overnight attack on Kyiv ignited fires, damaged buildings and caused casualties across multiple districts, with emergency crews battling blazes and aiding victims as authorities tally the impact.
Jul 21, 2025

Kyiv TCR Serviceman Beats Mobilized Man to Death After Unit Rejections: Court Ruling Revealed
A Kyiv Territorial Combat Reserve (TCR) serviceman was convicted for beating a mobilized man to death after the victim had been rejected from the unit, according to a newly released court ruling detailing the fatal assault.
Jul 21, 2025

Kyiv Prosecutor’s Office Employee, Son of Pro-Russian Comedian, Kills Woman in Hit-and-Run on Wrong Side of Road
A Kyiv Prosecutor’s Office employee — and son of a well‑known pro‑Russian comedian — allegedly killed a woman in a hit‑and‑run after driving the wrong way, sparking legal action and public outrage.
Jul 20, 2025

Ukraine’s Drone Strikes Hit Moscow and Surrounding Region: Fires Reported, Airports Disrupted
Ukraine’s drones struck targets in Moscow and its surrounding region, igniting fires, causing flight disruptions at major airports and escalating the cross‑border campaign of unmanned attacks.
Jul 20, 2025

Russia – Ukraine War Updates: Key Developments as of July 20, 2025
Russia‑Ukraine war updates as of July 20, 2025: sustained combat across multiple fronts with Russian air and drone attacks, heavy artillery barrages and Ukrainian forces repelling assaults while inflicting enemy losses. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Jul 20, 2025

Ukrainian Air Force: 18 Attack Drones Shot Down, 7 Neutralized by Electronic Warfare
Ukraine’s Air Force reports a major air defence success: 18 attacking drones shot down and another 7 neutralized by electronic warfare systems as Russia’s drone campaign intensifies.
Jul 20, 2025

Condoleeza Rice: Ukraine has done what no other country could possibly do to damage Russia
Former U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice argues that Ukraine’s sustained resistance and counter‑offensive actions have inflicted strategic damage on Russia that no other nation could achieve, reshaping geopolitical dynamics.
Jul 20, 2025
![Ukrainian troops and frontline vehicles in active combat zones as Russia‑Ukraine war continues with heavy fighting and aerial attacks. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}](https://empr.media/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/russia-ukraine-war-july-19-2025-cover-300x181.jpg)
Russia – Ukraine War Updates: Key Developments as of July 19, 2025
On July 19 2025, heavy fighting persisted across Ukraine’s front lines with Russian missile, artillery and drone attacks met by Ukrainian defenses; both military and civilian areas saw sustained combat and pressure. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Jul 19, 2025
![Veteran pilot Kostiantyn Oborin in flight gear by his Yak‑52 over Odesa, remembered as iconic defender and volunteer in Ukraine’s war. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}](https://empr.media/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/kostiantin-oborin-300x157.jpg)
A Great Loss for Odesa: Veteran Pilot and Volunteer Kostiantyn Oborin Killed in Action
Ukraine mourns Kostiantyn Oborin, the Odesa veteran pilot and volunteer who fell in combat at 63. Legendary aviator, mentor and defender — his legacy lives on at empr.media.
Jul 19, 2025