Russia's extensive drone and missile attacks across Ukraine killed at least 16 people and injured over 100. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed deaths in Odesa, Kyiv, and Dnipro. The Ukrainian air force reported that Russia launched nearly 700 drones and dozens of missiles over a 24-hour period.
The attacks, which stretched from Wednesday into Thursday, hit residential buildings in Kyiv, Dnipro, and Odesa. A 12-year-old boy was among those killed in Kyiv, according to Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko. At least 16 people died across Ukraine in the strikes. A resident of Kyiv, Tetiana Sokol, said two missiles struck near her home, shattering windows.
Ukraine's air defense units downed 636 drones and 31 missiles, according to the Ukrainian air force. President Zelenskyy noted that "Unfortunately, not all" incoming missiles were intercepted. The strikes resulted in fires burning out of control and debris scattered throughout the capital.
European Council President Antonio Costa stated that Russia has chosen to "deliberately terrorise civilians." Costa added that the EU would "increase pressure" on Moscow. Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha called the attacks "war crimes that must be stopped."
President Zelenskyy said that Russia does not deserve any easing of global policy or lifting of sanctions. He thanked Germany, Norway, and Italy for new agreements on supporting Ukraine's air defense. Zelenskyy has instructed the Commander of the Air Force to contact partners who previously committed to providing missiles for Patriot systems.
Russian officials said that Ukraine launched its own barrage of drones targeting several areas in Russia. Moscow claimed its military downed more than 200 drones, and a Ukrainian drone struck a port on Russia's Black Sea coast.
Russia's extensive drone and missile attacks across Ukraine killed at least 16 people and injured over 100. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed deaths in Odesa, Kyiv, and Dnipro. The Ukrainian air force reported that Russia launched 659 drones and 44 missiles over a 24-hour period.
The attacks, which stretched from Wednesday into Thursday, hit residential buildings in Kyiv, Dnipro, and Odesa. Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko reported the death of a 12-year-old boy and a 35-year-old woman in Kyiv. A resident of Kyiv, Tetiana Sokol, said two missiles struck near her home, shattering windows.
Ukraine's air defense units downed 636 drones and 31 missiles, according to the Ukrainian air force. President Zelenskyy noted that "Unfortunately, not all" incoming missiles were intercepted. The strikes resulted in fires burning out of control and debris scattered throughout the capital.
European Council President Antonio Costa stated that Russia has chosen to "deliberately terrorise civilians." Costa added that the EU would "increase pressure" on Moscow. Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha called the attacks "war crimes that must be stopped."
President Zelenskyy said that Russia does not deserve any easing of global policy or lifting of sanctions. He thanked Germany, Norway, and Italy for new agreements on supporting Ukraine's air defense. Zelenskyy has instructed the Commander of the Air Force to contact partners who previously committed to providing missiles for Patriot systems.
Russian officials said that Ukraine launched its own barrage of drones targeting several areas in Russia. Moscow claimed its military downed more than 200 drones, and a Ukrainian drone struck a port on Russia’s Black Sea coast.
A Ukrainian unit, NC-13 company, said it has carried out over 100 attacks on Russian forces using ground robots. The operations include the elimination of enemy personnel.
With damaged residential buildings and over 100 injured, President Zelenskyy is urging partner countries to follow through on pledges of military support to ensure continued air defense.
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The sources also report that Ukraine's air force downed or disabled 667 out of 703 incoming targets, which includes 636 drones and other uncrewed aerial vehicles.