Russia launched more than half a hundred missiles and drones over Ukraine: everything that is known about the powerful attack

During the night and early morning of April 11, the terrorist country heavily attacked Ukraine with dozens of drones and missiles. The main targets were energy facilities in eastern, central and western regions.

TSN.ua has gathered information on where the explosions occurred, whether there were casualties, and how many aerial targets the air defense system managed to shoot down.

Where did the enemy aim

The occupying forces attacked the energy infrastructure again. According to DTEK, Russia attacked two DTEK thermal power plants, which were seriously damaged. According to preliminary information, there were no casualties.

Energy Minister Herman Halushchenko specified that power transmission facilities in Kharkiv, Zaporizhzhia, Lviv and Kyiv regions were under attack by the occupiers.

"Generation facilities and transmission systems were attacked in Kharkiv, Zaporizhzhia, Lviv and Kyiv regions. Energy workers are already working on eliminating the consequences," he wrote on his Facebook page.

What regions did Russia hit

President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that the Russians hit Kyiv, Lviv, Zaporizhzhia, Odesa, Mykolaiv, Kherson, Ivano-Frankivsk, and Kharkiv regions.

Some of the missiles and drones were successfully intercepted. Unfortunately, only a portion. Russian terrorists once again hit critical infrastructure objects. There was another vile missile strike on Kharkiv and Kharkiv region. Objects in other regions were also hit," - the Head of State wrote.

Zelenskyy called on Western partners not to "close their eyes and not have long discussions", but to provide Ukraine with air defense systems and other defense support.

Zelenskyy called on Western partners not to "close their eyes and not engage in lengthy discussions" but to provide Ukraine with air defense systems and other defense support.

"Each of our neighbors in Europe, each of our other partners sees how critical Ukraine's need for air defense is. Right here, right now, it is our opportunity to show the world that everyone views terrorism as a crime. If Russia is allowed to continue doing this, if Russian missiles and drones strike not only Ukraine but also the determination of our partners, it will be a global license for terrorism," he emphasized.

Where is the most difficult situation

Zelenskyy's Office informed that the most difficult situation is in Kharkiv region, where the enemy launched over 10 missile strikes on Kharkiv itself. Deputy Head of the President's Office Oleksiy Kuleba added that due to the attack, over 200,000 subscribers in Kharkiv region were left without electricity.

Kuleba emphasizes that energy experts and specialized services are analyzing the aftermath of the Russian attack. Specialists, local and regional authorities are working to eliminate the aftermath of the attack as soon as possible.

"Since 06:31 schedules for emergency power outages have been in effect in Kharkiv region. Restrictions on consumption have not been applied in other regions", "Ukrenergo" reported.

It is worth noting that Mayor of Kharkiv Ihor Terekhov warned that the city might face problems with power supply. In particular, the subway will not operate due to an enemy attack.

Russia massively struck Lviv region with missiles and drones

As Lviv Regional Military Administration reported, Russian cruise missiles of various classes and "Shahed" drones attacked two facilities of critical energy infrastructure in the region.

Head of the Regional Military Administration Kozytskyi specified that these were a gas distribution infrastructure facility in Stryi district and a power substation in Chervonohrad district. Fires broke out at the attacked sites, but firefighters promptly extinguished them. There were no casualties or injuries reported.

Additionally, Head of the Regional Military Administration notes that all life support systems in Lviv region are operating normally.

Where did the invaders hit in Kyiv region

The Russians also tried to attack Kyiv region. Head of the Regional Military Administration Ruslan Kravchenko noted that Kyiv region was massively attacked by kamikaze drones and missiles.

"The air alert lasted for over 5 hours. Unfortunately, a critical infrastructure facility was attacked during it in Kyiv region. Currently, there is no information about killed or injured. All emergency services are on-site, and firefighting at the site is ongoing," the statement said.

Attack on the south

The south of Ukraine was also under attack from the enemy. According to the Defense Forces, the occupiers attacked the southern regions with attack drones in several waves. The combat operation lasted for over 5 hours. The enemy's target was the energy infrastructure. It is noted that 21 UAVs were destroyed during the air defense forces' combat operation:

7 - in Odesa region,

8 - in Mykolaiv region,

3 - in Kherson region,

3 - in Dnipropetrovsk region.

In Odesa region, debris from downed drones caused a fire on the territory of an energy facility. The fire was extinguished promptly. People are not injured. In Mykolaiv region, debris of the downed drones fell in an open area. There were also explosions in Zaporizhzhia region.

"At dawn, the enemy attacked massively with various types of missiles. Guided aviation missiles were launched from tactical aircraft at Zaporizhzhia region. 2 missiles were destroyed by air defense forces, but, unfortunately, there were also hits. An energy infrastructure object was damaged in Zaporizhzhia region. The extent of damage is being assessed, and there is no information about casualties," the statement said.

How many air targets were destroyed by air defense during the Russian attack

Commander of the Air Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Mykola Oleshchuk, reported that the Russians attacked Ukraine with 82 means of air attack. Lviv region was the main target of the Russian strike. Air defense destroyed 18 missiles and 39 drones.

As a result of the air defense combat, 57 air targets were destroyed:

- 16 cruise missiles "X-101/X-555";

- 39 strike UAVs of the "Shahed-131/136" type;

- 2 guided aviation missiles "X-59".

Where did Russia launch missiles and drones from

According to information from the Air Forces, the terrorist country launched from the territory of Russia and the occupied territory the following:

- 20 cruise missiles "X-101/X-555" were launched by Russia from strategic aviation aircraft Tu-95 MS (launch area - Saratov region of Russia);

- 6 aeroballistic missiles "X-47M2" "Kinzhal" from MiG-31K fighters (launch area - Tambov region of Russia);

- 12 "S-300" anti-aircraft guided missiles (launched from Belgorod region of Russia);

- 40 strike UAVs of the "Shahed-131/136" type (from the areas of Primorsko-Akhtarsk in Russia and Chauda in the annexed Crimea).

- 4 guided air missiles "X-59" (from the airspace of the occupied territory of Zaporizhzhia region).

Poland raised fighters

The Operational Command of the Armed Forces of Poland informed that during another shelling of Ukraine at night and at dawn on April 11, Poland raised fighter aircraft into the sky.

"Tonight, there is intense activity of Russian long-range aviation associated with missile strikes on objects located on the territory of Ukraine," the statement said.

Polish military explained that such actions were taken to ensure the safety of the country's airspace.

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