Russia Sends 82 Jet Drones at Ukraine as Zelensky Leaves Trump Without a Patriot Answer
Russia hit Kyiv with jet-powered drones hours after Zelensky met Trump, as the Patriot interceptors he asked for remain unpromised and he warns a larger strike is coming.
Russia hit Kyiv with jet-powered drones hours after Zelensky met Trump, as the Patriot interceptors he asked for remain unpromised and he warns a larger strike is coming.
Russia launched 161 attack drones at Ukraine overnight into Sept. 23, 82 of them jet-powered, hours after Volodymyr Zelensky met Donald Trump at the United Nations. Ukraine's Air Force said it shot down or suppressed 119 drones and three Banderol cruise missiles, with impacts at 18 locations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What did Russia launch at Ukraine overnight into Sept. 23?
161 attack drones, 82 of them jet-powered, plus an unspecified number of Banderol cruise missiles, Ukraine's Air Force said. It downed or suppressed 119 drones and three missiles.
What happened in Kyiv?
Drones struck two petrol stations, warehouses, transport infrastructure and a business center near the central railway station. Two people were killed and more than 20 injured, Mayor Vitali Klitschko said.
Why did Poland and Romania scramble jets?
Poland cited Russian strikes with jet-powered drones on targets in western Ukraine. Romania's Defense Ministry said two F-16s responded to a target maneuvering near Valkove, on Ukrainian territory close to the border.
Did Trump agree to send more Patriots?
No commitment was announced. Zelensky said the US side was "positive to help us" but that he did not get a concrete answer on Patriot interceptors.
What did Naftogaz lose in Poltava region?
An idle oil and gas facility hit by at least five ballistic missiles on the night of Sept. 22. Naftogaz said the damage makes restoring and operating it impossible.
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