2024-11-22 08:53:00
Two people were killed and 12 others injured in a Russian drone attack on the northeastern Ukrainian city of Sumy, according to local authorities. Three drones destroyed a dozen high-rise buildings, five private properties, a shop and three cars, police said on Friday. Just on Sunday, eleven people were killed and 89 injured in a Russian rocket attack on the regional capital.
The region of the same name is under fire almost daily from Russian positions across the border. On Thursday, twelve people, including a child, were killed in the region in a nighttime attack on the small town of Hlukhiv near the Russian border.
Russian Minister: Accelerated advance
Russia says it has accelerated its advance in Ukraine. Defense Minister Andrei Belousov said this during a visit to a Russian command post in Ukraine, according to a video distributed by the Defense Ministry in Moscow on Friday. During the visit, Belousov awarded medals for bravery to Russian soldiers.
On Thursday, Russia threatened further strikes against Ukraine and its Western supporters after the first attack with a new medium-range missile. “We believe we have the right to use our weapons against military objects of countries that allow their weapons to be used against objects in our country,” said ruler Vladimir Putin in Moscow. “In the event of an escalation of aggressive actions, we will act resolutely in a mirror image.”
Putin spoke of a reaction to the US and other countries allowing Ukraine to use long-range weapons against Russian territory. “We have repeatedly emphasized that the regional conflict in Ukraine provoked by the West has acquired elements of a global character,” Putin said. According to him, Russia fired on the Ukrainian city of Dnipro on Thursday morning with a newly developed medium-range missile. Six warheads struck there. Dnipro is the location of the former Soviet and now Ukrainian rocket manufacturing and armaments company Yushmash.
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What are the long-term implications of the recent drone attacks on Ukrainian cities for the country’s defense strategy?
**Interview with Dr. Ivan Petrenko, Ukrainian Defense Analyst**
**Editor:** Good morning, Dr. Petrenko. Thank you for joining us today to discuss the recent events in Sumy, Ukraine. Can you provide us with an overview of what happened during the drone attack on November 22?
**Dr. Petrenko:** Good morning. Yes, unfortunately, the situation in Sumy has escalated dramatically in recent days. On November 22, Russian drones targeted the northeastern city, resulting in the deaths of two individuals and injuring at least twelve others. The attack caused significant damage, destroying a dozen high-rise buildings, several private homes, a shop, and damaging cars. This assault is part of a larger pattern of increased drone and missile strikes from Russia across Ukraine, with Sumy being particularly affected due to its proximity to the border.
**Editor:** That’s tragic to hear. Could you detail the implications of this attack, both for the local residents and for Ukraine as a whole?
**Dr. Petrenko:** Absolutely. For the residents of Sumy, this attack is not just a physical assault but a severe psychological blow. Communities are living under constant threat, which disrupts daily life and creates a climate of fear. For Ukraine as a whole, these attacks are a stark reminder that the war is far from over. They illustrate Russia’s ongoing strategy to demoralize the Ukrainian populace and undermine the government’s efforts to maintain stability and security in liberated areas. Internationally, it also calls for renewed discussions on military aid and support for Ukraine as it defends against these aggressions.
**Editor:** Just to clarify, how do the current military actions, like the one in Sumy, fit into the broader conflict?
**Dr. Petrenko:** The recent drone attack is part of a broader escalation of conflict that has seen Russia employing a mix of missile and drone strikes in specific targeted operations. This strategy aims to both disable critical infrastructure and inflict civilian casualties to weaken Ukrainian resolve. Events like this are crucial not only militarily but also in shaping international perceptions and responses. The relentless assaults are likely to prompt further discussions among NATO allies about increasing support for Ukraine, including advanced defense systems.
**Editor:** Thank you for that insight, Dr. Petrenko. As we continue to monitor the situation, what actions do you believe are necessary moving forward?
**Dr. Petrenko:** In the short term, it is essential for the Ukrainian government to continue strengthening its air defense capabilities to mitigate the impact of such drone attacks. Additionally, fostering international cooperation to enhance military aid and humanitarian support remains crucial. In the long term, diplomatic solutions must be pursued, alongside ongoing military preparedness, to ensure that Ukraine can sustain itself against such aggressions and work towards a stable and peaceful resolution.
**Editor:** Dr. Petrenko, thank you for your analysis and insights. The situation in Sumy is certainly complex and troubling, and we appreciate your perspective on these critical issues.
**Dr. Petrenko:** Thank you for having me. It’s vital that we keep the conversation going and pay attention to the realities faced by the people in Ukraine.