Ukraine Under Attack: Hundreds of Drones Target Western Regions

Ukraine's Western Regions Under Drone Attack: Ivano-Frankivsk and Sumy Hit. On May 15th, 2025, a wave of explosions rocked western Ukraine, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict. The city of Ivano-Frankivsk bore the brunt of the attack, with local authorities confirming multiple explosions and the activation of air defense systems. "It was a very anxious night and morning," stated Svitlana Onishchuk, head of the Ivano-Frankivsk Regional Administration, in a post detailing the attacks. The attacks came from multiple directions. Adding to the tension, a ballistic missile strike targeted an industrial infrastructure facility in Sumy on May 14th. President Zelenskyy referenced this strike in his evening address. The video shows a building damaged in the Sumy strike. While the initial reports indicated no casualties from the drone attacks, later reports indicated that three people died as a result of the Sumy strike. This tragic outcome serves as a grim reminder of the ongoing human cost of the conflict. The resilience of the Ukrainian people and their air defense forces remain a beacon of hope amidst the ongoing challenges.