Volodymyr Zelenskyy reports at least 10 civilians killed as Russian ballistic missile and drone barrage strikes Ukraine and enters Polish airspace
Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported that a Russian missile barrage struck 10 Ukrainian regions, killing at least 10 civilians, including children, and injuring over 50 others. The offensive, which targeted air bases and arms factories, exploited a critical shortage of Western-supplied anti-ballistic missile defenses. During the onslaught, a Russian Kh-101 cruise missile crossed into Polish airspace, prompting NATO to scramble fighter jets and activate ground defenses. Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk noted the incident was serious but clarified that Poland was not the primary target. President Trump promised to grant Ukraine licenses to build its own Patriot air defense systems to address the missile threat. Zelenskyy noted that while the administration's partners are providing support, the critical need for more interceptors remains a priority. The barrage also saw Ukrainian drones strike Russian oil sectors and warehouses, including those belonging to the Wildberries retailer, as Ukraine continues to pressure Russia's logistics and fuel supply.