Russia Launches Massive Aerial Attack on Ukraine
Ukraine reported that Russia unleashed its most significant aerial assault since the war began, deploying a total of 537 aerial weapons.
Details of the Attack
According to the Ukrainian air force, the arsenal included 477 drones and decoys along with 60 missiles. Ukrainian defenses managed to intercept 249 of these incoming projectiles.
Impact and Casualties
The widespread attack targeted regions across Ukraine, even those far removed from the immediate frontline. Oleksandr Prokudin, Governor of Kherson, reported one fatality from a drone strike. Cherkasy's Governor, Ihor Taburets, stated that six individuals, including a child, sustained injuries.
International Response
In response to the escalating situation, Poland and allied nations activated their air forces, scrambling aircraft to protect Polish airspace.
Escalation
This marks an escalation after the attacks earlier in the month, which was considered the 'most powerful since the start of the war'.