A Russian drone has hit the building of Ukraine’s Cabinet of Ministers for the first time in three years of full-scale war. This raises questions about whether the government building was the actual target or if the damage was caused by drone debris. However, the fact remains: Russia is deliberately attacking centers of decision-making, just as Russian President Vladimir Putin has publicly threatened.
This incident highlights the Kremlin’s ongoing strategy and its unwillingness to pursue real peace talks. Moscow is not interested in dialogue but in Ukraine’s capitulation and its disappearance from the world’s political map. The strike on the Cabinet reinforces the seriousness of such intentions and sends a clear signal to the Ukrainian leadership and international partners.
Each Russian attack sets a record in terms of drone numbers used. This demonstrates the growing capacity of Russia’s defense industry, which has become a pillar of its economy. Turning the economy onto a war footing is a key objective for Putin and his administration in the coming years.
Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump continues to express unfounded hopes about negotiations with Moscow. However, these strikes on Kyiv’s government quarter undermine such expectations. The true scale of the Kremlin’s military ambitions remains unclear, even to Western leaders.
The current struggle is a race against time—whether it is the Ukrainian army or Russia’s economy that will falter first. Ukraine and Western supporters hope that Russia’s economy will not withstand rising military expenditures and sanctions. Conversely, Russia hopes for Ukraine’s surrender. The outcome will define not only Ukraine’s future but also that of the global order.
The strike on the Cabinet is also a warning to partners worldwide: attacks on government buildings signal wider security risks. Events in Ukraine have international consequences, and Western countries need to prepare for future challenges.
