Ukrainian HIMARS Strikes Kill Dozens of Russian Troops Waiting in the Open

A Ukrainian HIMARS strike targeted a gathering of Russian troops near the village of Trudovske in occupied eastern Ukraine, resulting in at least 60 casualties as the soldiers awaited the arrival of a senior commander. Video footage and reports indicated the battalion's disregard for basic wartime precautions, similar to previous incidents where Russian troops suffered deadly consequences due to massing in open areas. This strike occurred just before a meeting between Russian President Putin and Defense Minister Shoigu, highlighting ongoing tensions in the region.