Russia hits Ukraine with rare daytime barrage as new offensive begins
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Ukraine's President Zelenskyy warns Kyiv faces a missile deficit as Washington shifts focus to its Iran war.
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Russia launched a rare daytime assault on Ukraine as it begins a new offensive, according to reports of the attack. President Zelenskyy has warned that Ukraine faces a critical shortage of air defense missiles, a deficit he attributes to Washington's focus on confronting Iran rather than prioritizing aid to Kyiv. The timing of Russia's expanded daytime strikes—historically less common due to Ukrainian air defenses—suggests Moscow may perceive a window of vulnerability as Ukraine's defensive capabilities are strained. Zelenskyy's warning underscores the growing strain on Ukraine's resources as it attempts to defend against sustained Russian pressure on multiple fronts. The statement reflects broader tensions over the allocation of U.S. military support amid competing geopolitical priorities.
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