Russia maintains attacks on Ukraine as Kyiv warned to brace for possible major barrage
Summary
Russia launched more than 100 drones and two ballistic missiles at Ukraine, especially targeting Kyiv amid threats of heavy attacks. Ukraine says it is prepared for these strikes and is working with Europe to boost its air defense, while diplomatic missions in Kyiv have not announced any plans to leave.Key Facts
- Russia fired over 100 drones and two ballistic missiles at Ukraine overnight.
- Russia warned foreign nationals and diplomats to leave Kyiv due to planned “systemic strikes.”
- Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov advised the U.S. to evacuate its diplomats from Kyiv.
- No diplomatic missions, including those from the EU, France, and Poland, have announced departures.
- Ukraine’s foreign ministry says the threat level remains similar to previous years and months.
- Russian missile strikes are ongoing as part of a conflict that began with Russia’s 2022 invasion.
- Ukraine faces shortages of advanced U.S.-made air defense missiles due to the focus on the Iran war.
- Ukraine is cooperating with European countries to increase its anti-ballistic missile capabilities.
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