Ukrainian drone strikes deep inside Russia killed eight people overnight, with attacks targeting both military and civilian infrastructure, according to Russian officials. Russia said its forces shot down 635 drones during the assault.
Separately, Ukraine is asking the Trump administration for help in gaining permission to use SpaceX's Starlink satellite system for strikes inside Russia, according to a report. SpaceX owner Elon Musk has allowed Ukraine to use Starlink within its own territory, including Russian-occupied areas, but has restricted its use inside Russian borders. Moscow views Starlink as a grave threat.
The overnight drone attacks and the Starlink request highlight Ukraine's push to strike deeper into Russian territory as the war continues. The eight deaths were reported by Russian authorities, who said the drones hit military and civilian sites. No further details were immediately available.