Russia launches 3,800 Shahed UAVs and 260 missiles at Ukraine in July - Zelenskyy
Photo: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy (Getty Images)
In July, Russia launched nearly 4,000 Shahed drones and about 260 missiles of various types against Ukraine, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reports.
"In July alone, Russia used over 5,100 glide bombs against Ukraine, more than 3,800 'shaheds,' and nearly 260 missiles of various types - 128 of them ballistic. This can only be stopped through joint efforts by America, Europe, and other global actors. Every engagement matters. Every day matters. I thank everyone who is helping Ukraine," the President explained.
Zelenskyy also emphasized that every interaction between Ukraine and its partners is now crucial.
"Every day matters. I thank everyone who is helping Ukraine," the Ukrainian President said.
Russian strike on Kyiv, July 31
Zelenskyy said he received a report from Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko.
Ukrainian leader stated that emergency restoration works are still ongoing at the sites affected by yesterday's attack in Kyiv, while all search and rescue operations have already been completed.
"Unfortunately, as of now, 31 people have been confirmed dead, including 5 children. The youngest was just two years old. My condolences to the families and loved ones of the deceased," Zelenskyy stressed.
According to the Ukrainian President, 159 people were injured, 16 of them children. All are currently receiving the necessary medical care.
"I am grateful to the rescuers, police officers, doctors, nurses, utility workers - everyone who is helping people right now. This is truly vital," said the Ukrainian President.
Zelenskyy stressed that such a vile Russian strike once again shows the need for more pressure and sanctions against Moscow.
"No matter how much the Kremlin denies their effectiveness, sanctions do work - and they must be strengthened. They must target everything that enables such attacks to continue. It is also crucial that the world does not remain silent about them," the Ukrainian President noted.
Zelenskyy also expressed gratitude to everyone who has supported the Ukrainian people.
"I thank everyone who has supported our people. We value the fact that President Trump, European leaders, and other partners clearly see what is happening and condemn Russia," the Ukrainian leader said.
On the night of July 31, Russian forces carried out a massive strike on Ukraine, with Kyiv as the main target. The enemy used more than 300 strike drones and at least eight cruise missiles.
The Sviatoshynskyi and Solomianskyi districts of the capital were hit hardest. In several locations, debris was found, and hits were recorded on residential buildings, non-residential structures, vehicles, and a higher education institution.
In the Sviatoshynskyi district, an apartment building entrance was destroyed - rescuers spent hours searching under the rubble for the dead and injured.
Dozens of varying levels of damage were recorded throughout the city. The aftermath of this attack has become one of the most devastating in Kyiv in recent months.
For more details on the Russian missile strike on the capital, read our report.
Today, August 1, Kyiv has declared a Day of Mourning for those killed in the Russian missile strike.
