Ukrainian officials reported that Russia launched a prolonged attack on Kyiv and other cities, targeting ports, industrial sites, and retailers’ distribution facilities using missiles and drones. Commuters in the capital witnessed air defense systems responding to waves of drones after an overnight assault that included ballistic missiles and 258 drones, as stated by Ukraine’s military.
Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha confirmed that Russia conducted a significant strike on Ukraine, hitting various infrastructure such as ports, grain storage, and energy facilities with ballistic missiles, hypersonic missiles, and combat drones. The Ukrainian military successfully intercepted seven ballistic missiles, showcasing an improved strike rate following the receipt of U.S.-made Patriot interceptors.
In response to Russia’s full-scale invasion, Ukraine targeted logistics infrastructure, including facilities of online retailers like Ozon and Wildberries. The conflict escalated with Russia reporting a drone attack on a logistics complex in Ufa, temporarily disrupting operations. Additionally, allies such as Britain pledged support to Ukraine, offering classified technology for the production of Storm Shadow cruise missiles.
Amidst air-raid sirens blaring in Kyiv, attack drones caused debris injuries to four individuals. In Kharkiv, one person died and two were injured in an attack on a shopping center. The strikes also damaged distribution centers of major Ukrainian retailers like COMFY and a leading toy company, along with a warehouse of the prominent chocolate company Roshen.
Russian attacks extended beyond Kyiv, hitting industrial sites, energy facilities, and infrastructure in various regions, leading to train delays and passenger disruptions. Furthermore, Moldova condemned Russian aggression as six drones breached its airspace, with one drone found within Moldovan territory.
