Russia announced it has taken control of the strategic city of Konstantinovka, paving the way for efforts to dislodge Ukrainian forces entrenched in Donetsk's fortress belt.

Facing increasing pressure as Ukraine shifts to long-range attack tactics, Russia is escalating airstrikes on Kyiv to regain the initiative, according to experts.

Launching deep attacks, disrupting logistics, and providing battlefield surveillance, drones are becoming a cornerstone of Ukraine's defense strategy, hindering Russia's military advance.