In a severe escalation of conflict, Russia launched a targeted bombardment on essential Ukrainian infrastructure, including energy facilities, amid growing apprehensions over reduced U.S. intelligence support to Ukraine. Ukrainian Air Force officials reported a significant onslaught involving 261 attack vehicles, 67 missiles, and 194 drones, with Ukraine managing to intercept most drones but only disabling a fraction of missiles. The involvement of French Mirage-2000 jets alongside F-16s indicates international support for Ukraine's defense. The timing of the attack raises critical concerns about Ukraine's capacity to respond effectively without American intelligence assistance.
Russia's recent bombardment across Ukraine highlights significant vulnerabilities, particularly following the U.S. decision to suspend intelligence sharing, complicating Ukraine's defense capabilities.
The scale of Russia's attack, with hundreds of drones and missiles targeting Ukrainian energy infrastructure, demonstrates a strategic effort to cripple the nation's resilience.
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