Zelenskyy: Energy, gas infrastructure among Russians’ targets, more than 40 missiles fired, at least 30 destroyed
During another massive strike, Russia fired more than 40 missiles of various types at Ukraine, as well as more than 70 attack drones, at least 30 missiles were destroyed, and gas infrastructure and energy facilities were targeted, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said.
"Another massive Russian attack. It's the middle of winter, and the target for the Russians remains unchanged: our energy infrastructure. Among their objectives were gas and energy facilities that sustain normal life for our people. Over 40 missiles were launched in this attack, including ballistic missiles. At least 30 were destroyed. Additionally, more than 70 Russian attack drones were launched overnight. Thanks to our air defense forces and all involved units, we’ve managed to maintain the functionality of our energy system," Zelenskyy said on X Wednesday.
At the same time, the President noted, Ukraine needs to strengthen the existing capabilities of the Ukrainian air shield. "Promises made by partners at the NATO summit in Washington and within the Ramstein format still remain partially unfulfilled. We’ve also discussed licenses for the production of air defense systems and missiles for them, which could serve as one of the effective security guarantees for Ukraine. This is both realistic and necessary to implement," the head of state stressed.
He thanked everyone who helps Ukraine and added that "this is much more than the needs of our state." "Right now, through the defense of Ukraine, we are determining whether Europe and the democratic world as a whole can reliably and effectively stop wars for the long term," Zelenskyy summed up.