Ukraine's 35th Independence Day Under Fire | Philadelphia News

European leaders, including UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham, arrived in Kyiv for Ukraine’s 35th Independence Day, reinforcing global solidarity amid Russia’s fourth-year invasion. They brought not just words but tangible support — notably, the potential for Ukraine to locally manufacture the SCALP missile, powered by UK-French collaboration and classified intelligence. As aerial warfare escalates, Ukraine’s homemade drones strike deep inside Russia, hitting oil infrastructure and even online stores — while also sparking tragedy: three teens killed and six children wounded in a Russian city after drone strikes on warehouses. Russia counters with claims of intercepting hundreds of drones. With winter looming, Ukraine’s urgent need for advanced air defense systems like Patriots grows sharper, underscoring the grim reality of a conflict stuck in brutal stalemate. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2eeeae4f5faff29e