Russia carried out a massive strike on Ukraine: 66 hits were recorded. Analysts revealed the Kremlin’s main objective and estimated air defense losses.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy / © Associated Press
Russia launched one of the most significant attacks on Ukraine since the full-scale invasion began. Our air defense systems intercepted 642 enemy missiles and drones, but approximately 66 projectiles still reached their targets.
This information was reported by Sky News, citing official data from the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
Why Putin Intensified Massive Attacks on Ukraine
The publication’s correspondent, Ivor Bennett, identified two key reasons that prompted Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin to resort to such a large-scale assault. The first factor is an attempt to create a positive informational narrative for the domestic Russian audience.
According to the journalist, against the backdrop of successful Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil refineries and the absence of significant advances on the front lines, Putin sought to demonstrate the ability to protect the population and retaliate. However, the correspondent described this not as a sign of strength, but as an indication of a retreat and an effort to preserve his own authority within the country.
Bennett considers the second reason for the massive shelling to be the Kremlin’s intention to draw the attention of U.S. President Donald Trump back to the war in Ukraine. Currently, due to the escalation of the situation in the Middle East, the American administration has reduced its focus on the Ukrainian issue, and the peace negotiation process is on hold.
The journalist noted that the economic situation in the Russian Federation is deteriorating: potential American investments are blocked, and Western sanctions continue to be in effect. This poses a serious challenge for the Kremlin regarding its ability to finance military actions long-term.
In conclusion, Bennett characterized this attack as an attempt by Moscow to compel the United States to return to the negotiation process, while simultaneously serving as a warning of a potential worsening of the situation if Russian conditions are ignored.
War in Ukraine – Latest News
It is worth recalling that Volodymyr Zelenskyy had warned of the threat of a new massive shelling of Ukraine in the coming night.
He also reported that the Russian Federation might increase attacks on enterprises developing missile systems and anti-missile defense capabilities.
Additionally, Russian forces may employ “Zircon” hypersonic missiles for follow-up strikes on Ukrainian cities, waiting for a fire to break out at the site of the initial impact.
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