Ukrainian President Urges Europe and the U.S. to Provide Air Defense Interceptors
Ukrainian President Zelensky stated on social media on November 1 that the Russian military is increasing its airstrike efforts against Ukraine, taking advantage of the current shortage of interceptors on the Ukrainian side.
He mentioned that Ukraine communicates daily with the United States and European countries, expressing an urgent need for "Patriot" missiles. Although the U.S. and European countries have recently decided to provide new air defense assistance to Ukraine, this aid cannot be delayed for years. Ukraine needs to rely on interceptor missiles to strengthen its defenses and ensure winter energy supplies. (Reporter: Dong Wei, CCTV)
Ukrainian President Zelensky called for increased air defense support from the U.S. and Europe on November 1, 2023, citing intensified Russian airstrikes amid a shortage of interceptors. He emphasized the urgent need for Patriot missiles to strengthen Ukraine's defenses and ensure winter energy supply security.
- Ukrainian President Zelensky stated that Russian forces are increasing airstrikes due to Ukraine's interceptor shortage.
- Ukraine is in urgent need of Patriot missiles from the U.S. and Europe.
- Discussions are ongoing with U.S. and European nations regarding air defense support.
- Recent decisions have been made by Western nations to provide new air defense assistance to Ukraine.