Ukraine repels Russian night attack thanks to newly delivered missiles — Zelenskyy
Photo: Volodymyr Zelenskyy (Getty Images)
A day before the massive Russian strike, Ukraine received the necessary missiles for air defense systems, which helped repel the Russian attack, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
"There are already initial reports on the situation in the regions after the Russian strike. Kyiv and the region, Vinnytsia, Dnipro, Odesa, Zaporizhzhia, Poltava, Sumy, and other regions of ours. Repair crews, the State Emergency Service of Ukraine, and all necessary forces are engaged everywhere," Zelenskyy says.
According to him, the Russian strike involved a significant number of ballistic and cruise missiles, as well as more than 300 strike drones.
"Our air defense forces intercepted a significant number of targets. The day before this strike, we finally received the necessary missiles, which helped significantly. Every support package matters. Missiles for Patriots, NASAMS, and other air defense systems are critically needed," the Ukrainian President adds.
He also stresses that a special energy selector will be used to determine the full details of the attack's consequences and the resources needed to restore electricity, heat, and water supplies to the people.
Kyiv
"The most difficult situation for now is in Kyiv, where a significant number of residential buildings are without heating. It is important that the world does not remain silent about this. Russia cannot be on an equal footing with other countries in the world as long as it is focused solely on killing and tormenting people," adds the head of state.
He also says that all Ukrainian officials, everyone responsible for the work of state institutions, regional and local authorities, and Ukrainian energy companies, must be in Ukraine, working, helping people, and trying to stabilize the situation.
Tonight, January 20, Russian troops carried out another combined attack on Ukraine. Kyiv, Dnipro, Vinnytsia, Chornomorsk, and other regions were targeted. Damage to energy infrastructure has been reported, and there are casualties and injuries.
