Main events of the day: the situation in the conflict zone, cybersecurity issues, and preparations for summer
On the night of June 2, the situation in the conflict zone escalated. Russian troops launched missile and drone strikes on several regions of Ukraine, including Kyiv and Dnipro. According to media reports, at least 10 people were killed as a result of these attacks. Ukrainian sources also confirmed information about a series of explosions in the capital. At the same time, Russian representative Rodion Miroshnik reported that 182 civilians, including eight children, had been injured by shelling over the past week.
The Federal Security Service (FSB) of Russia published data on serious threats in the field of digital security. The agency claims that Western intelligence services have full secret access to smartphones and other gadgets thanks to cooperation with their developers. According to the FSB statement, US intelligence services used these technologies to extract data from the phones of high-ranking Russian officials. One of the goals of such surveillance was named as an attempt to learn about the mood in Russian society.
The active use of drones continues on the line of combat contact. It became known that a "Lancet" strike UAV crew from the "North" troop grouping destroyed an American "Humvee" armored vehicle in the Sumy region. This episode highlights the important role of drones in modern military operations.
Important changes for travelers are being prepared in Russia's social sphere. The head of the Ministry of Transport announced the introduction of a unified infrastructure standard for passengers with children at railway stations. At the end of May, a document was adopted according to which modern mother-and-child rooms, as well as special play areas, should appear at stations. This should make travel across the country more comfortable for families.
In St. Petersburg, weather forecasters predict an improvement in the weather by the start of the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF). After a period of coolness, warmth is returning to the city. It is expected that as early as June 3, the air temperature will rise to 20–22 degrees Celsius, providing favorable conditions for the large-scale business event.
Comfortable summer weather is also expected in Moscow on Tuesday. Meteorologists promise a warm day without precipitation with air temperatures up to plus 20 degrees. Such weather will allow residents and guests of the capital to enjoy a sunny day in early June.