Russia conducted a significant overnight aerial attack on Ukraine, employing a combination of 70 missiles and 611 drones. Ukrainian air defense systems reportedly intercepted a substantial number of the incoming projectiles, claiming to have destroyed 632 out of 681 launched aerial assets. The attack utilized various launch platforms, including air, sea, and ground-based systems. While 20 ballistic missiles reportedly reached their targets, the overall effectiveness of the Russian assault was significantly hampered by Ukrainian defenses. This represents one of the largest aerial attacks since the start of the full-scale invasion. Ukrainian officials have not yet released details regarding casualties or specific damage caused by the strikes. The attack underscores the continued intensity of the conflict and Russia’s reliance on aerial bombardment.
