Russian ballistic missile strikes on Kyiv come after Zelenskyy’s warning
Summary
Russian ballistic missiles hit the Ukrainian capital, Kyiv, causing fires and explosions early Thursday morning. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned of a large Russian attack and said the country needs more anti-missile weapons, including Patriot missiles, which President Donald Trump agreed to help provide.Key Facts
- Russian ballistic missiles struck Kyiv at around 1:18 am local time, causing fires in some non-residential areas.
- Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko told people to seek shelter during the attacks.
- President Zelenskyy had warned the day before that a major Russian attack was likely.
- Zelenskyy said Ukraine’s safety depends on allies supplying more anti-missile defense systems.
- President Trump agreed to give Ukraine licenses to make Patriot missiles, which can shoot down Russian missiles.
- Ukraine currently lacks enough PAC-3 interceptor missiles, making its defense weaker.
- Zelenskyy met with President Trump at the White House to discuss defense and the war situation.
- The meeting was described as “very well” and showed improved relations between the two leaders during Trump’s current term.
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