Ukraine needs more weapons, air defense systems – PM Shmyhal on Russia’s morning attacks

As reported by Ukrinform, Shmyhal made this statement on Telegram.

"Zaporizhzhia, Kyiv, Odesa, Sumy, Kharkiv, and Khmelnytskyi regions: there are casualties and injuries. My condences to the families," Shmyhal stated.

According to the Prime Minister, in Ptava, a Russian missile struck a residential building, completely destroying an entrance section.

"At least three pele have been killed, with dozens injured, including children. Rescue workers are on-site clearing the rubble," he added.

Shmyhal stressed that Ukraine needs more weapons and air defense systems to protect its pele. He reiterated that every bit of assistance from international partners helps save lives.

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Earlier, President Vodymyr Zelensky emphasized that each terrorist attack by Russia proves Ukraine requires increased international support and stronger sanctions against the aggressor state.