Russia Downs 110 Ukrainian Drones Amid Escalating Attacks; IMF Grants Ukraine $1.1 Billion Aid
October 22, 2024The Ukrainian military is preparing for harsh conditions as Russian attacks continue to target energy facilities, severely impacting electricity supply.
Amid ongoing Ukrainian offensives, Russia claimed to have shot down 110 Ukrainian drones across various regions, including Moscow and Kursk.
The Russian Defence Ministry reported that these drones were destroyed during an overnight attack affecting seven regions.
In Moscow, Russia intercepted a drone attack with no reported injuries or damage from falling debris.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned the Russian strikes as 'deliberate terror' against civilians and called for continued international support.
As winter approaches, Ukraine braces for increased attacks on its energy infrastructure, following similar patterns from previous winters.
Kharkiv, located less than 30 kilometers from the Russian border, frequently endures Russian fire, with recent strikes damaging residential areas.
In the eastern region of Sumy, drone and glide bomb attacks resulted in at least eight injuries and one fatality, further stressing the dangers faced by civilians.
In Kryvy Rih, Zelenskyy's hometown, a nighttime rocket strike injured three individuals and caused damage to buildings.
Both Ukraine and Russia deny targeting civilians, despite ongoing conflict since Russia's invasion began in February 2022.
The Ukrainian government has accused Moscow of interfering in Moldova's politics, highlighting the broader implications of Russian aggression in the region.
Despite Russia's claim of capturing the village of Zoriane in eastern Ukraine, fighting continues in the area, indicating ongoing military tensions.
Summary based on 25 sources
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