Zelenskyy: Russia's only concern on New Year's Eve was hurting Ukraine
www.pravda.com.ua
Wed, 01 Jan 2025 12:30:10 +0200
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has reacted to Russias drone attack on Ukraine during the night of 31 December1 January.
Source Zelenskyy on Telegram Quote Even on New Years Eve, Russia was focused solely on inflicting pain on Ukraine, launching 111 attack drones against our cities.
Thanks to our air defence systems, mobile fire teams and electronic warfare units, most of them were intercepted.
Sadly, one person was killed.
My deepest condolences to their family and loved ones.
There are also reports of casualties and damage.
All emergency services are actively responding.
Details Zelenskyy expressed heartfelt gratitude to all those who, regardless of the circumstances, protect Ukraine and its people every day and night whether on duty, at work, or in service the military, rescue teams, emergency services and medical personnel.
Background Wreckage from a Russian drone fell on a residential building in Kyivs Pecherskyi district on the morning of 1 January, partially destroying the top two floors and causing a fire.
Rescue workers have recovered the body of a woman from under the rubble, and seven more people were reported to have sustained injuries.
Ukraines Air Force reported that the Russians bombarded Ukraine with 111 Shahed attack drones and other types of UAVs on the night of 31 December1 January.
Ukrainian air defence forces destroyed 63 drones, while 46 more failed to reach their targets.
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