Russia launched a massive missile attack on Ukraine early this morning, using Kinzhal aeroballistic missiles, cruise missiles and other means. The attack resulted in the launch of ballistic missiles from the Caspian Sea region and other military actions. According to reports, the occupiers used a variety of aircraft and weapons.
Launches of cruise missiles and "Daggers":
- Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine : The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported missile launches from strategic aviation at 5:32 a.m. Tu-95MS aircraft were used to launch cruise missiles and "Daggers". Launches were carried out in the direction of the Dnieper, Kyiv, Rivne, Kryvyi Rih and other regions.
Consequences of the attack:
- Dnipropetrovsk region : Kinzhal missile launches took place in the Dnipro, and two cruise missiles were shot down in the Kryvyi Rih district.
- Poltava region : In the Kremenchuk district, a rocket fell on a private house, did not explode, and caused damage to an outbuilding.
- Chernihiv region : Air defense was operating in Chernihiv, houses were damaged as a result of downed missiles.
- Kirovohrad region : Air defense was in action, but without damage or casualties.
- Rivne region : Explosions were heard due to air defense work, but without significant consequences.
- Khmelnytskyi region : An air target was shot down, without casualties among the population and infrastructure facilities.
- Lviv region : Missiles did not reach the region, air targets were destroyed in other areas.
- Sumy region : According to preliminary data, Russians struck Shostka, injuring one woman and causing damage to houses.
Monitoring groups report that Russian forces have used various types of aircraft and military equipment, including Tu-95MS, Tu-22M3, MiG-31K, Su-34/Su-35, and have launched missiles from Crimea. An air alert has been declared across Ukraine.
Information on the extent of damage and losses is being determined, and the investigation of the events is ongoing.
