Kyiv and Regions on Alert as Russia Launches Mass Drone Wave.

Air Raid Alert Across Ukraine

According to TSN.ua: Air raid sirens have been activated in Kyiv and several Ukrainian regions due to the threat of drone attacks. Russian forces are conducting a mass assault using strike drones. As of February 13, 2023, the capital and surrounding areas have issued three separate alerts warning of the drone danger. This large-scale drone offensive is part of Russia's ongoing campaign to target Ukrainian infrastructure and civilian areas.

According to reports, as of 22:40, the threat of strikes has been recorded in Ukraine's northern, southern, eastern, and western regions. On Friday, February 13, several explosions occurred in the Rivne region, with loud blasts reported in the city of Sarny. Additionally, the Russian Federation attacked Odesa with strike drones overnight.

Movement of Hostile Targets

Information on the movement of hostile targets indicates that in Kyiv and its suburbs, drones are heading toward the capital and Brovary from the north. In central and eastern Ukraine, strike drones are being directed toward Dnipro from the south. In the north, a threat is observed for Sumy, which is under attack from the north, and for the Rivne region, particularly toward the settlement of Klesiv.

• In the south, a hostile target has been detected in the Odesa region, moving toward the settlement of Katlabuh.
• In the Kyiv region, drones are moving toward Vyshhorod from the north.
• The Sumy region is also under threat—a hostile target is located south of Sumy and is moving west.
• In the Odesa region, an unmanned aerial vehicle has been detected east of the settlement of Bolhrad, heading north.

This situation underscores the persistent threat Ukraine faces amid ongoing hostilities. Drones, as a modern tool of warfare, have become increasingly prevalent in this conflict, and their use points to an escalation of tension. It is crucial for the population to adhere to safety measures and be prepared for potential attacks, as this can significantly reduce risks to life and health. The recent events may also impact the overall security situation in the country and its relations with international partners.