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Russia Intensifies Aerial Attacks on Ukraine
Russia launched a wave of missile, bomb, and drone attacks across three regions of Ukraine, causing casualties and destruction. Ukraine calls for increased Western support amidst escalating attacks.
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Oleh SyniehubovOleh KiperRuslan KravchenkoVolodymyr ZelenskyyDonald Trump
- What types of weapons were used in the Russian attacks on Ukraine?
- Russia launched a series of nighttime attacks on three Ukrainian regions using missiles, bombs, and drones, resulting in casualties and damage to infrastructure.
- What trend in Russian drone attacks did the UK Defense Ministry report?
- The UK Defense Ministry reported that Russia launched approximately 2,000 drones against Ukraine in October, representing a significant increase in attacks compared to previous months.
- What were the significant consequences of the attacks in Kharkiv and Odesa?
- A 500-kilogram glide bomb severely damaged a Kharkiv apartment building, injuring at least 25 people, including an infant. In Odesa, a drone attack killed one and injured nine others.
- What was President Zelenskyy's response to the attacks and what did he call for?
- Ukraine's President Zelenskyy stressed the need for increased international cooperation and decisive action to counter Russia's attacks and achieve a just peace.
- How many projectiles were launched by Russia and how many were intercepted by Ukraine?
- Ukraine's air force reported that it intercepted four missiles and 62 drones, and jammed 26 more, out of a total of 97 projectiles launched by Russia.