Russian missile blitz faces strong air defence in Ukraine
During Sunday's attack across all regions of Ukraine, the Russians deployed 120 missiles and 90 drones. Air defence forces successfully destroyed over 140 aerial targets, as reported by the media. A recording has surfaced online, showcasing the operations of the air defence. "We are grateful to our Air Defence for providing reliable protection against dozens of hostile drones and missiles," the description reads.
17 November 2024 14:42
In the coordinated assault on Ukraine's regions on Sunday, Russian forces launched about 120 missiles and 90 drones. According to media sources, Ukrainian air defence managed to destroy over 140 aerial targets.
A Ukrainian television station posted a recording on social media demonstrating air defence operations. "We are grateful to our Air Defence for providing reliable protection against dozens of hostile drones and missiles. Thank you for saving lives," the video description states.
Massive Russian attack causes blackout in Ukraine
The President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, communicated on social media that the Russians carried out an intense attack using various types of drones, including Shahed models, as well as cruise, ballistic, and aeroballistic missiles.
In total, 120 missiles and 90 drones were launched, of which Ukrainian air defence forces successfully destroyed over 140.
Meanwhile, Ukrainian Energy Minister Herman Halushchenko explained that the missile attack on Ukraine was targeted at its energy infrastructure. Consequently, a decision was made to implement emergency power outages.
