In May, Russia launched a staggering 8,150 long-range drones at Ukraine, reflecting a 24% increase from April, according to daily air force reports. Despite Kyiv's robust air defense network, which intercepted about 91% of these attacks, the country remains heavily reliant on Western allies for missile defense support. Alongside the drone strikes, Russia fired 211 missiles, marking one of the highest monthly figures during the conflict. This surge in attacks follows a brief truce that raised hopes for peace, which were quickly dashed as both sides accused each other of violations. Notably, a missile strike on a residential building in Kyiv resulted in the deaths of two dozen people. Ukrainian officials have raised alarms about dwindling stocks of anti-missile systems and ammunition, prompting President Zelensky to directly request assistance from US President Trump. The situation is further complicated by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, which has diverted resources and attention from the Ukraine crisis.