Key developments on day 1,220 of Russia’s war on Ukraine include:
Ukrainian military strikes four Russian warplanes near the city of Volgograd, killing at least five people. Meanwhile, a Russian missile attack in Samar killed more than 20 and caused power cuts in Kherson region.
Russian troops captured the village of Nova Kruhlyakivka in eastern Kharkiv region. Ukraine’s air force downed 359 out of 363 drones and six missiles launched by Russia.
US President Donald Trump expressed optimism about a potential ceasefire, citing his recent call with Putin. However, details remain unclear.
Putin stated that relations between Russia and the US are stabilizing, and he is willing to meet with Trump again. He also offered to hold new peace negotiations with Ukraine in Istanbul.
NATO member Lithuania has withdrawn from the treaty banning antipersonnel landmines, citing increased military danger from Russia. Estonia’s readiness to host F-35A stealth jets posed a threat to Moscow.
The US Senate Finance Committee Democrat Senator Ron Wyden pressed for enforcing Ukraine-related sanctions against Russia and clarifying comments on international bank payments.
Ukraine plans to ask the EU to sanction Bangladeshi entities importing wheat from occupied Ukrainian territories.
Source: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/6/28/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-1220