Russia Launches Its Largest Drone Attack Since Invasion Started, Says Ukraine

The drone strike comes ahead of a highly anticipated call between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Russia Launches Its Largest Drone Attack Since Invasion Started, Says Ukraine
Firefighters work at the site of a private enterprise hit by a Russian drone strike, outside of Kyiv, Ukraine, on May 18, 2025. Valentyn Ogirenko/Reuters
Jacob Burg
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Russia on May 18 launched its most significant and widespread drone attack on Ukraine since the start of the war, leveling homes and leaving at least one woman dead, according to Ukraine officials.

The assault comes just one day before a critical phone call between Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump to discuss a potential cease-fire to end the war, which began with Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine.
Jacob Burg
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Jacob Burg reports on national politics, aerospace, and aviation for The Epoch Times. He previously covered sports, regional politics, and breaking news for the Sarasota Herald Tribune.