Russia says it launched a 'massive' overnight strike on 9 Ukrainian cities
Summary
Russia launched a large missile and drone attack on nine Ukrainian cities overnight, hitting military and industrial sites as well as some civilian areas. The attacks caused casualties and damage across Ukraine, including in Kyiv, Odesa, and Zaporizhzhia regions, while Ukraine defended against some missiles and continues to seek more air defense support.Key Facts
- Russia attacked nine Ukrainian cities with missiles and drones during the night and into the next morning.
- Targets included military facilities, oil refineries, logistics hubs, and port infrastructure.
- Civilian sites such as apartment buildings and schools were also damaged.
- Two people were killed in Zaporizhzhia and Kharkiv regions; at least 14 others were wounded.
- Ukraine has limited U.S.-made Patriot missile defenses and struggles to counter fast Russian jet-powered drones.
- Ukraine’s air force shot down or suppressed seven Russian ballistic missiles during the attack.
- Ukrainian President Zelenskyy called for more ballistic missile defense support from Europe and the U.S.
- Moldova reported five drones entered its airspace overnight, raising regional security concerns.
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