Zelensky: Putin is Testing the World with Record-Breaking Russian Assault on Ukraine

Massive Russian Aerial Assault

• 💥 Russia launched an unprecedented aerial attack across Ukraine, targeting cities including Kyiv, Sumy, Odesa, and Dnipro.
• 🎯 Kyiv was a central target, experiencing over 7 hours of air raids, with damage reported to the Cabinet of Ministers building.
• 📈 Over 810 drones and missiles were used in the attack, with nearly half being drones intended to complicate air defense.

Air Defense and Interceptions

• 🛡️ Ukrainian forces successfully intercepted over 400 Shahed drones and a significant portion of the missiles, including ballistic ones.
• 👏 The effectiveness of interceptor drones, electronic warfare units, army aviation, fighter jets, and anti-aircraft gunners is highlighted.
• ⚠️ Despite successes, the need to further strengthen air defense is emphasized as a priority task.

International Reaction and Diplomacy

• 🌍 Partners have shown a broad reaction to the attack, which Zelensky interprets as Russia testing the world's response.
• 🤝 He stresses the importance of strong actions, including sanctions and trade restrictions against Russia, to follow diplomatic statements.
• 🗣️ Zelensky discussed coordination with French President Macron and Mark Rutte to increase pressure on Russia and end the war.

Ukraine's Defense Strategy and Support

• 🚀 Discussions are underway for new support packages, with a focus on technological aspects of defense and long-range capabilities.
• 💰 Russia's economic struggles, such as gasoline shortages, are presented as a logical consequence of their refusal to negotiate peace.
• 🇺🇦 Ukraine's Ministry of Foreign Affairs is informing partners about the escalation, with expectations for a strong reaction from America.

Acknowledging Military Intelligence

• 🎖️ President Zelensky thanked Ukraine's military intelligence for their strength and successful operations, particularly the Black Sea operation that reopened maritime export corridors.
• 🙏 He acknowledged the vital information provided by intelligence and remembered fallen heroes.