- Two Iskander-M ballistic missiles and six Shahed drones targeted Ukraine.
- Ukrainian air defense shot down all six drones.
- One person injured in Sumy; no casualties in other regions.
In a recent escalation, Russia launched an attack on Ukraine early Thursday, deploying two Iskander-M ballistic missiles and six Shahed drones. The strike targeted multiple regions, with the northeastern area o0f Sumy reporting one injury due to missile impact. Ukrainian air defense forces successfully intercepted and destroyed all six drones.
The attack also affected the Mykolaiv region, where debris from the downed drones sparked a fire in an open area. The fire was quickly extinguished, and no casualties were reported. Other regions, including Lviv, Ivano-Frankivsk, and Khmelnytskyi, reported no damage or injuries from the attack.
Ukraine Defends Against Russian Missile and Drone Assault
Early Thursday morning, Russia launched a coordinated attack on Ukraine involving two Iskander-M ballistic missiles and six Shahed drones. This marks a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict, targeting multiple regions simultaneously. The northeastern region of Sumy was hit by a missile, resulting in one person being injured.
Despite the intensity of the attack, Ukrainian air defense systems performed effectively, shooting down all six drones deployed by Russia. These drones were intercepted over four different regions, preventing further damage and potential casualties. The successful defense demonstrates Ukraine’s growing capabilities in countering aerial threats.
In Mykolaiv, debris from the destroyed drones caused a fire in an open area. The fire was swiftly managed and extinguished by local authorities, with no casualties reported. This region, along with Lviv, Ivano-Frankivsk, and Khmelnytskyi, reported no significant damage to civilian infrastructure, highlighting the resilience of the affected areas.
The attack underscores the ongoing volatility in the region and the continued threat posed by missile and drone strikes. The ability of Ukrainian forces to intercept these threats plays a crucial role in safeguarding civilians and maintaining regional stability amid the conflict.
This latest assault highlights the persistent danger and challenges faced by Ukraine amid the conflict. The effective response by Ukrainian air defenses underscores their crucial role in protecting the nation from further harm.
“War does not determine who is right
— only who is left.” — Bertrand Russell
