Ukraine has been struck by a significant assault as Trump asserts that Putin will not 'cease'.

Russia launched an attack on Ukraine utilizing 550 drones and missiles, while US President Donald Trump expressed his disappointment following his recent conversation with Vladimir Putin. For further updates, follow DW.

A view of the destruction following a substantial drone and missile strike in Kyiv, Ukraine on July 4, 2025.
Numerous drones targeted residential homes and industrial sites within the capital.

The Ukrainian air force reported that this incident marked the highest number of Russian drones and missiles deployed in a single assault since the onset of Moscow's extensive invasion.

This latest wave of attacks followed a phone conversation between US President Donald Trump and Russia's Vladimir Putin, which yielded 'no progress whatsoever.'

Trump is anticipated to converse later on Friday with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, following a US announcement earlier this week regarding a temporary halt in arms shipments to Ukraine.

This summary encapsulates the most recent headlines concerning Russia's conflict in Ukraine on Friday, July 4, 2025: