NATO scrambles jets as Russia launches more than five hundred drones and missiles at Ukraine | AI News Digest
In a significant escalation, Russia launched over 500 drones and missiles at Ukraine, prompting NATO to scramble jets in Poland. The Ukrainian air force reported that 502 drones and 24 missiles were launched, with 430 drones and 21 missiles intercepted. Explosions were reported in multiple western regions, including Lviv and Khmelnytskyi, resulting in casualties and damage to civilian infrastructure. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy condemned the attacks as demonstrative strikes targeting energy facilities and residential areas. Despite ongoing U.S.-led peace efforts, Russia's nightly assaults continue, with Ukraine planning to enhance its own strike capabilities against Moscow.
