Ukrainian air defenses successfully thwarted a Russian attack on the Starokostiantyniv air base, highlighting ongoing challenges as Kyiv prepares for the arrival of U.S. F-16s. Despite constant threats, the local community remains resilient.
1. Ukraine: Explosions rocked the pre-dawn sky as Ukrainian air defenses successfully repelled a Russian assault on Starokostiantyniv, a small city in western Ukraine.
2. Strikes: Home to a significant air base, this city has been a frequent target of Russian strikes.
3. Starokostiantyniv: Despite the attack on June 27, the streets of Starokostiantyniv returned to normalcy hours later. However, the incident underscores the challenges Kyiv faces as it attempts to rebuild its depleted air force and prepare for the deployment of U.S.-designed F-16s.
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