Russia fired more than 40 missiles and about 40 attack drones overnight as Moscow targeted energy infrastructure in Ukraine.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has fired veiled criticism at Kyiv’s Western allies as he calls for more support.
He suggested the West is “turning a blind eye” to what is happening in Ukraine after Russian forces launched strikes on five regions across Ukraine.
Zelensky said Russia fired more than 40 missiles and about 40 attack drones overnight, many of which hit energy infrastructure in Ukraine.
Posting on X, Zelensky said in full: “Overnight, Russia fired more than 40 missiles and about 40 drones at Ukraine.
“I thank everyone engaged in recovery efforts after the attack, as well as to every warrior of our air defense system who was on guard last night.
“Some missiles and ‘Shahed’ drones were successfully shot down. Unfortunately, only a part of them. Russian terrorists have once again targeted critical infrastructure.
“There was another heinous missile attack on Kharkiv and the Kharkiv region. They also targeted objects in Kyiv, Zaporizhzhia, Lviv, and Odesa regions.
“All of our European neighbors and other partners see Ukraine’s critical need for air defense systems. Right now, with our ability to overcome Russian terror, the world can demonstrate that all terror is treated equally as a crime.
“However, if Russia is allowed to continue doing so, if Russian missiles and ‘Shahed’ drones continue to strike not only Ukraine but also the resolve of our allies, this will amount to a global license for terror.
“We need air defense systems and other defense assistance, not just turning a blind eye and having lengthy discussions.
“I am grateful to everyone in the world who truly supports Ukraine’s struggle for life. I thank every leader who will not remain silent, who will continue to support us and condemn Russian terror.”
Ukraine is concerned that it is lacking in terms of both ammunition and manpower.
Source: https://www.express.co.uk/news/world/1887464/zelensky-ukraine-russia-war
