Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has described a Russian strike on the night of 7-8 November as flagrant and largely demonstrative. Russia has attacked Ukraine with more than 500 aerial assets, nearly 80 of which hit their targets.

Source: Zelenskyy in a video address

Quote: "It was a massive attack involving many ballistic missiles: at least 25 ballistic missiles were fired, along with aerobalistic and cruise missiles, plus more than 450 drones of various types. It was a very flagrant and largely demonstrative strike. Over the course of the night, Ukraine's defence forces neutralised more than 400 drones, which is a significant result – achieved by our unmanned systems units, army aviation, and mobile fire groups. Electronic warfare did its job.

Some of the missiles were also shot down – although, of course, it is extremely difficult to counter ballistic and aeroballistic missiles. Only a few systems in the world are capable of intercepting such missiles effectively – and to protect our entire territory, we need far more of these systems and far more of the missiles for them."

Details: Zelenskyy said that he is working with the United States to purchase additional Patriot air defence systems.

Background: On the night of 7-8 November, the Russians launched 503 aerial assets – 45 missiles and 458 UAVs – against Ukraine. A total of 26 missiles and 52 drones hit their targets.

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