Russia escalates drone attacks on Ukraine, defies US peace call
In the past month, Russia has launched over 2,200 Shahed drones at Ukraine, despite a ceasefire proposal from the US. Ukrainian diplomatic chief, Andriy Sybiha, emphasises that Russia continues to escalate the conflict.
What do you need to know?
- Russia launched over 2,200 Shahed drones at Ukraine in the past month, despite a ceasefire proposal from the United States.
- Ukrainian diplomatic chief, Andriy Sybiha, notes that Russia rejected the peace proposal, continuing to escalate military actions.
- Ukrainian air defence shot down 24 drones during the night, and Russian attacks caused damage in several regions.
What are Ukraine's reactions to the escalation of the conflict?
In response to Russia's rejection of the ceasefire proposal, Ukraine has taken defensive actions. Ukrainian diplomat Andriy Sybiha emphasised that Russia is the only obstacle on the path to peace. "We don't need to wait another month to increase pressure on Moscow. Russia must feel real strength to start seriously thinking about peace" - Sybiha assessed.
What were the effects of the recent attacks?
Last night, Ukrainian air defence forces shot down 24 Russian drones in the north, south, east, and centre of the country. The Russians used a total of 39 Shahed drones and one ballistic missile, which hit the city of Dnipro. The attacks caused damage in the Dnipropetrovsk, Donetsk, and Zhytomyr regions.
What is next for the ceasefire proposal?
Despite the US ceasefire proposal, Russia continues its military actions. Sybiha noted that Russia rejected the peace proposal, setting its own conditions and demands. - "This is typical of Russia: lying, manipulation, and continuing terror" - Sybiha wrote in a statement on platform X.
