Ukraine hit by 370 drones and 21 missiles from Russia overnight: Air defense in action

"Last night, Russia launched a massive attack on our regions — over 370 strike drones and 21 missiles of various types. Kyiv and Kyiv region, Sumy, Kharkiv, and Chernihiv regions were under attack," Zelenskyy said.

In Kharkiv, according to the president, the Russians damaged a maternity hospital, a dormitory housing displaced people, a medical college, and residential buildings.

As of now, dozens of people have been injured, including a child. In the capital and surrounding region, the main targets of the Russian attack were energy facilities.

"Unfortunately, this attack claimed one life. My condolences to the family and friends. All necessary services are working on the ground at the sites of the Russian strikes — emergency responders, medical teams, utility services, energy workers, and repair crews. I thank everyone involved. I am especially grateful to all air defense personnel who repelled the attack," the president added.

He stressed that every Russian strike on energy infrastructure shows the urgent need for air defense supplies. These attacks cannot be ignored; they must be met with strength.

"We rely on the response and assistance of all our partners. Every missile intercepted by Patriot, NASAMS, or other systems helps protect critical infrastructure and keeps people safe from the winter cold. We must fully implement all the agreements reached with President Trump in Davos regarding air defense," Zelenskyy said.

Photo: consequences of Russia's night attack on Ukraine on January 24 (State Emergency Service)

Photo: consequences of Russia's night attack on Ukraine on January 24 (State Emergency Service)

Photo: consequences of Russia's night attack on Ukraine on January 24 (State Emergency Service)

Photo: consequences of Russia's night attack on Ukraine on January 24 (State Emergency Service)

Photo: consequences of Russia's night attack on Ukraine on January 24 (State Emergency Service)

Photo: consequences of Russia's night attack on Ukraine on January 24 (State Emergency Service)

Photo: consequences of Russia's night attack on Ukraine on January 24 (State Emergency Service)

Photo: consequences of Russia's night attack on Ukraine on January 24 (State Emergency Service)

Photo: consequences of Russia's night attack on Ukraine on January 24 (State Emergency Service)

Air Force data

According to military sources, from 18:00 on January 23 to the morning of January 24, the enemy carried out a combined strike on Ukraine using missiles of various types from air and ground launchers, as well as strike drones.

In total, the Air Force's radio-technical troops recorded 396 aerial attack assets:

• 2 3M22 Zircon anti-ship missiles (launch area: temporarily occupied territory of Crimea);

• 12 Kh-22/Kh-32 cruise missiles (from the airspace of Bryansk region, Russia);

• 6 Iskander-M/S-300 ballistic missiles (launch areas: Bryansk region, Russia; temporarily occupied territory of Crimea);

• 1 guided air-launched missile Kh-59/69 (from the airspace of Kursk region, Russia);

• 375 strike drones, including Shahed, Gerbera, Italmas, and other types of UAVs, launched from Kursk, Orel, Millerovo, Shatalovo, Bryansk (Russia), and temporarily occupied Donetsk. About 250 of them were Shaheds.

The main target of the attack was Kyiv region. The operation involved strategic aviation aircraft carrying Kh-22/Kh-32 missiles to strike Ukraine's capital.

The air assault was countered by aviation, anti-aircraft missile troops, electronic warfare units, UAV defense units, and mobile fire groups of the Ukrainian Defense Forces.

According to preliminary data, as of 09:00, air defense forces had shot down or suppressed 372 targets, including 15 missiles and 357 strike drones of various types:

• 9 Kh-22/Kh-32 cruise missiles;

• 5 Iskander-M/S-300 ballistic missiles;

• 1 Kh-59/69 guided air-launched missile;

• 357 strike drones of various types.

There were confirmed impacts from 2 missiles and 18 strike drones at 17 locations, as well as debris from downed drones at 12 locations. Information regarding 4 enemy missiles is being clarified.

"The attack continues. Several enemy UAVs are still in the airspace. Follow safety rules!" the Air Force warned.

Night attack on Ukraine by Russia on January 24

As a reminder, on the night of January 24, Russia carried out another combined strike on Ukraine using strike drones and missiles of various types.

Kyiv was hit the hardest, with damage and destruction recorded in five districts.

One person was killed and at least four others were injured as a result of the attack.

Due to the large-scale Russian attack, Kyiv's left bank is experiencing disruptions to heating and water supply. Nearly 6,000 buildings remain without heating.

Kharkiv was also targeted by a massive strike of drones overnight. Nearly 20 people were reported injured.