All articles tagged with #air attack
Originally Published 16 days ago — by Financial Times
Russia launched an air attack on Kyiv as Ukrainian President Zelenskyy prepares for a significant meeting with Trump, highlighting escalating tensions and geopolitical developments.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
Russia launched its largest missile and drone attack of the war on Kyiv, with over 500 drones causing fires and injuries, shortly after a phone call between Trump and Putin, signaling ongoing escalation in Ukraine.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by POLITICO Europe
The US Embassy in Kyiv has closed due to anticipated significant air attacks, highlighting ongoing tensions in the region. This development comes amid broader concerns about security in Europe, with Finland urging NATO and the EU to protect critical networks following damage to undersea cables, which they attribute to potential Russian sabotage. Additionally, the EU's disease agency is considering leaving Elon Musk's social media platform X due to misinformation concerns, and European officials are puzzled by German Chancellor Scholz's recent call with Putin.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by ABC News
The U.S. Embassy in Kyiv has temporarily closed due to warnings of a potential significant air attack, advising U.S. citizens to be ready to shelter. This comes amid heightened tensions following Ukraine's use of U.S.-made long-range missiles against Russia, and Russia's updated nuclear doctrine suggesting a possible nuclear response to Western non-nuclear attacks. The situation is further complicated by accusations from Russia that the U.S. is prolonging the conflict, while Ukraine continues to face drone and missile attacks from Russia.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Al Jazeera English
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy fired several top aides in a continuing reshuffle, including top aide Serhiy Shefir, amid a personnel shake-up over recent months. Russia launched air attacks on Ukraine, with 12 drones and 4 missiles fired overnight, resulting in casualties and significant damage to energy infrastructure. The toll of Friday's mass barrage of 99 drones and missiles hitting regions across Ukraine included civilian deaths, as the conflict between Ukraine and Russia continues to escalate.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by FRANCE 24 English
Ukraine's capital Kyiv and western region of Lviv were hit by a "massive" Russian air attack, with Poland also reporting a violation of its airspace, prompting heightened readiness. The attacks come amid increased aerial assaults between Russia and Ukraine, with casualties reported and infrastructure targeted. Poland demands an explanation from Moscow over the airspace violation, while both countries continue to escalate their air attacks. Russia has also made territorial gains and accused Ukraine of involvement in a recent concert hall attack, a claim strongly denied by Kyiv and the United States.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by ABC News
Russia launched a massive aerial attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, using over 150 missiles and drones to knock out power to swathes of the country and badly damage its largest hydroelectric power station. At least three people were killed and 15 others injured, with emergency shutdowns of electricity in multiple regions. The attack came as Ukraine faces severe shortages of air defense ammunition, and a stalled $60 billion military aid package in Congress. Ukraine has also defended recent attacks on Russia's oil industry, despite U.S. officials urging them to halt over fears of driving up global oil prices.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by BBC.com
At least five people were killed and 18 others wounded in an air attack on a shopping centre in the Russian city of Belgorod, near the Ukrainian border. Russian officials claim that air defence systems shot down 14 Ukrainian missiles over the region. Meanwhile, the battle for Ukraine's eastern town of Avdiivka continues, with reports of severe shortages of weapons and ammunition for Ukrainian soldiers. Nato Secretary General, Jen Stoltenberg, warned that the US failure to approve continued military assistance to Ukraine is impacting the battlefield.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty
Ukraine experienced one of the largest Russian air attacks since the full-scale invasion began, with a combination of hypersonic missiles, other missiles, and drones targeting military and civilian sites across the country, resulting in at least 30 deaths and over 160 injuries. The UN Security Council convened to discuss the attack, which violated international humanitarian law by targeting civilians. U.S. President Joe Biden highlighted the scale of the assault and urged Congress to approve further aid for Ukraine. Meanwhile, Russia accused Ukraine of firing missiles into its Belgorod region, which were intercepted by Russian air defenses. Western allies remain cautious about supplying Ukraine with certain weapons, while the EU reaffirmed its support for Ukraine in the face of ongoing Russian aggression.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Al Jazeera English
Two Syrian soldiers were injured and material damage was sustained in an Israeli air attack on military posts in Syria's Deir Az Zor region. The attack targeted positions near the Syrian-Iraq border and was carried out by unidentified warplanes. Israel has been conducting unacknowledged attacks in Syria against Iran-linked targets, as Tehran's influence in the country grows. The Israeli army has not commented on the latest attack. The civil war in Syria, which began in 2011, has resulted in hundreds of thousands of deaths and displacement of millions.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Jerusalem Post
Russia launched an overnight air attack on northern and central Ukraine, sending missiles over the region. The Ukrainian military reported shooting down four cruise missiles, while the rest were likely false targets. Minimal damage was inflicted, with two people wounded and 10 buildings damaged. Russia's defense ministry claimed to have shot down two drones near the border regions. Drone attacks on Russian targets have become frequent, disrupting flights and causing damage. Ukraine denies direct responsibility but sees it as part of their counter-offensive against Russia.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Al Jazeera English
Air raid sirens were activated across Ukraine as explosions were heard in the western region of Lviv, bordering Poland. It is unclear whether the explosions were caused by air defense systems repelling an attack or ground targets being hit by Russian weaponry. The Ukrainian Air Force warned of missile attacks targeting western regions of the country, and similar explosions were reported in the Khmelnytskyi region.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Reuters.com
Russia launched a massive air attack on Ukraine's Odesa port for a second consecutive night, causing significant damage and casualties. The attack, described as "hellish" by a Ukrainian official, came in retaliation for a blast on a bridge linking Russia to the Crimean Peninsula that Moscow blamed on Ukraine. The Odesa port is a crucial hub for Ukraine's grain exports, and Russia's withdrawal from a Black Sea grain agreement has raised concerns about global food security. Despite the attacks, Ukrainian authorities remain determined to continue their work and export grains.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Reuters.com
Russia launched an overnight air attack on Ukraine, targeting the capital and cities from east to west. Ukraine's air defence systems shot down 28 out of 30 Iranian-made Shahed drones that Russia launched. About 20 enemy targets were identified and destroyed by the forces and air defence in the airspace around Kyiv. Russia hit a "critical infrastructure" in Lviv, sparking fire, and targeted telecommunication infrastructure and agriculture and farming properties in Zaporizhzhia. There were no casualties reported in either city.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Al Jazeera English
Israel launched an air attack on Syria's capital, Damascus, causing material damage and injuring a soldier. Syrian air defences engaged the missiles and shot down some of them. The targets of the attack were not disclosed, but a monitor said it was aimed at arms depots belonging to pro-Iran fighters. Israel has carried out hundreds of attacks against what it describes as Iran-linked targets in Syria, and has repeatedly said it will not allow Iran to extend its military influence into Syrian territory.