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Wednesday, June 3
Russian weapons plant in flames after Ukrainian attack in Tambov Oblast
The JSC Progress Plant in Michurinsk, Tambov Oblast, produces high-tech aviation and missile control systems, along with equipment for gas and oil pipelines.
Zelensky plans to attend G7 summit in France, Politico reports
President Volodymyr Zelensky is expected to join leaders of the Group of Seven nations at the June 15-17 summit in Evian-les-Bains, France.
Tuesday, June 2
Next US troop deployment to Lithuania remains 'under review,' defense minister says
"Because the number of (U.S. troops) in Europe is changing, this naturally leads to a review of regional stance," Lithuanian Defense Minister Robertas Kaunas said.
Ukraine war latest: Russia unleashes large-scale aerial assault on Ukraine, leaving 22 dead, 130 injured
Editor's note: Got an opinion on anything you've read in the Kyiv Independent so far? Send it to letters@kyivindependent.com, and it may appear in our Letters section. Key developments on June 2: * Kyiv reels after Russia unleashes massive missile, drone attack on Ukraine, killing at least 22 * Ukraine strikes Russia's Ilsky oil refinery for at least 16th time since start of full-scale war * Neva radar, Pantsir air defense, and a tugboat — Ukraine releases latest drone strike video hit list
World’s largest shipping firm invests in Ukrainian port near Odesa despite war risks
The Swiss-headquartered Mediterranean Shipping Company acquired a stake in the TIS container terminal in Ukraine's Pivdennyi Port, one person with close knowledge of the deal confirmed to the Kyiv Independent, who was granted anonymity to discuss closed talks.
EU weighs future of Ukrainian refugees as some member states harden their stance
The EU is set to discuss extending Ukrainian refugee protections for a sixth time, amid thorny questions over whether and when more than 4 million refugees in Europe will return home.
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A charred Russian KAMAZ armored vehicle sits by the side of the road, the latest victim of a Ukrainian drone strike. Two Ural heavy recovery trucks can be seen parked either side, while several Russian mechanics attempt to replace the vehicle's melted tires. Another incoming Ukrainian drone dives, nearly silently, towards the recovery operation, aiming directly for the Russian soldiers. The footage cuts out just before impact. The video is just one of many that have flooded social media in rec
