Russians attack Ukraine with 48 missiles and over 470 drones overnight, killing 9 people – Zelenskyy
Nine people have been killed and dozens injured in Russia's latest large-scale combined strike on Ukraine on the night of 18-19 November, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has reported, adding that rescue efforts are ongoing and people may be trapped under the rubble.
Source: Zelenskyy
Quote: "As of now, dozens of people have been injured and, sadly, nine people have been killed."
Details: Zelenskyy said Russia had launched over 470 loitering munitions and 48 missiles of various types on Ukraine overnight.
"In Ternopil, residential nine-story buildings were hit, causing fires. Unfortunately, there is significant destruction, and there may be people trapped under the rubble. All necessary emergency services are on the ground, trying to save every life," Zelenskyy said.
He added that Ukraine's energy, transport and civilian infrastructure have been damaged.
The Russians attacked energy facilities in Ivano-Frankivsk Oblast, injuring three people, including two children. Russian forces also struck critical infrastructure and energy facilities in Lviv Oblast.
Zelenskyy reiterated that the Russians struck the city of Kharkiv in the evening, injuring dozens of people, including children.
"A person was injured in Donetsk Oblast. Kyiv, Mykolaiv, Cherkasy, Chernihiv and Dnipropetrovsk oblasts also came under attack. Every brazen attack against ordinary life proves that the pressure on Russia is still insufficient," Zelenskyy said.
He believes that "effective sanctions and assistance for Ukraine" can change the situation.
"The top priority is air defence missiles, additional systems, expanded capabilities for our combat aviation, and drone production to protect lives. Russia must be held accountable for its actions, and we must stay focused on everything that strengthens us and enables us to shoot down Russian missiles, neutralise Russian drones, and stop assaults," Zelenskyy concluded.
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