🇷🇺 Vladimir Putin · 🇺🇦 Volodymyr Zelenskyy · 9 sources
This is the kind of gift Putin gave himself for his birthday: Zelenskyy says Russian strike kills 25, injures 100

What happened
According to Zelenskyy, a Russian strike on Ukraine killed 25 people and injured 100, involving ballistic and cruise missiles as well as Shahed drones. Ukrainian forces shot down 44 Russian missiles and suppressed 117 Shaheds. The attack occurred overnight.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and the need for military support from Ukraine's partners. Zelenskyy called for additional air defence missiles and other measures to strengthen Ukraine's defence. The threat of further attacks remains present.
Key facts
- Ukrainian forces shot down 44 Russian missiles and suppressed 117 Shaheds.
- The attack involved ballistic and cruise missiles as well as Shahed drones.
- 25 people were killed in the strike.
Official statement
“Overall, 25 people were killed in this massive Russian strike on Ukraine. One hundred people were injured. It was a combined attack, involving many ballistic and cruise missiles, as well as 'shaheds,'”
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