Zelenskyy Reports Over 11,500 Missiles, Drones, and Bombs Fired by Russia in January.
Ukraine's President Details Massive January Barrage of Russian Munitions
According to Novyny.live: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has disclosed that Russia launched a massive quantity of missiles, drones, and guided aerial bombs against Ukraine in January 2023. The specific figures released are:
- more than 6,000 attack drones,
- approximately 5,500 guided aerial bombs,
- and 158 missiles of various types.
These statistics were made public on February 1, 2023. This sustained aerial assault represents a key component of Russia's ongoing full-scale invasion, now entering its third year.
In the week leading up to the report, Russian aggression continued with the use of over 980 attack drones, nearly 1,100 guided aerial bombs, and 2 missiles. These attacks are part of a persistent Russian campaign to disrupt logistics and transportation links between Ukrainian cities and communities.
Zelenskyy underscored the critical need to protect Ukrainian airspace, stating that the requirement for advanced air defense systems like Patriot, NASAMS, and F-16 fighter jets remains urgent. Volodymyr Zelenskyy
The disclosed data points to a significant escalation in Russian military actions and highlights the dire situation in Ukraine, where active combat persists. The importance of international support, particularly in supplying modern air defense technology, is growing, as such systems are vital for protecting civilian infrastructure and saving lives. The situation remains tense, and the continued response from the international community will be crucial in shaping events in the region.
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