Ukraine-NATO Council holds meeting following Russian Oreshnik missile strike
Illustrative photo: Russia struck Ukraine with an Oreshnik missile (Russian Ministry of Defense)
The Ukraine-NATO Council held an extraordinary meeting in Brussels, convened in response to Russia’s massive attacks, including the use of the Oreshnik missile, according to Ukraine’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported that the online meeting included Ukraine’s Deputy Foreign Minister Oleksandr Mishchenko, Deputy Defense Minister Serhii Boyev, and Deputy Energy Minister Roman Andarak.
Ukrainian representatives outlined the current security situation and Russia’s systematic attacks on the country’s energy infrastructure. They noted that the goal of these actions is to create a humanitarian disaster during the winter, as the enemy seeks to deprive Ukrainians of electricity, water, and heat.
According to the Ukrainian officials, the energy situation remains extremely difficult, and Ukraine urgently needs new protective measures, including air defense systems.
Boyev highlighted that throughout 2025, Russia has significantly increased the number of missiles and drones used in strikes against Ukraine, indicating that Moscow is aiming for further escalation.
He also emphasized that the Oreshnik missile strike near a NATO-bordering country is a clear display of Russia’s aggressive policy and its complete unwillingness to end the war.
Boyev further outlined Ukraine’s needs for missiles compatible with air defense systems, including Patriot and NASAMS, and called on partners to invest in the PURL program.
Oreshnik strike
On the night of January 9, Russian forces launched a medium-range ballistic missile, Oreshnik, at the Lviv region.
An unnamed Ukrainian official told Reuters that the Russian forces targeted a workshop of a state enterprise in Lviv.
The outlet reports that the damage from the attack was minimal, as the missile did not carry a warhead.
