Ukraine reports 33 drones launched by Russia in new strike on Kyiv
Russia has not yet provided any comments or statements regarding the overnight strikes on Ukraine
Ukraine is facing increased tensions as Russian forces conducted another overnight strike on Kyiv. On Thursday, a significant attack took place when nearly three dozen Iranian-designed attack drones were launched by Russian forces at Ukraine. Additionally, guided missiles targeted Kharkiv, the country’s second-largest city in the east.
Despite the intensity of the assault, the Ukrainian Air Force reported that their air defense systems successfully intercepted 22 drones. The official statement mentioned that Russian forces also fired two S-300 anti-aircraft guided missiles from the Belgorod border region. The primary areas of attack were identified as the south and north.
An official statement from Ukraine’s Air Forces, shared on Telegram, highlighted the effectiveness of their response. “The main areas of attack were the south and north. The Ukrainian Air Force and Defence Forces destroyed 22 enemy drones. Several more drones did not reach their targets,” stated the release. Thankfully, as of now, no casualties have been reported.
The lack of casualties is a positive development amid the ongoing conflict. However, the Russian side has not yet provided any comments or statements regarding the overnight strike. The absence of a response leaves room for speculation on the motivations and objectives behind these recent attacks.
This incident follows a previous claim by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in December, where he asserted that Russia launched 110 missiles overnight in the largest barrage towards Ukraine. Ukrainian officials reported that most incoming missiles were successfully shot down. However, the unfortunate consequence was the loss of seven civilian lives, with an unknown number of people still trapped under rubble.
The December attack serves as a backdrop to the current situation, emphasizing the ongoing and escalating nature of the conflict. It underscores the persistent threats faced by Ukraine and the challenges in preventing civilian casualties despite successful interception of incoming missiles.
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