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Zelenskyy Says Russia Launched 1300 Drones, 1200 Bombs on Ukraine in Past Week

President Zelenskyy just shared some staggering numbers, reporting that Russia launched around 1,300 drones and nearly 1,200 guided bombs at Ukraine in just the past week. He noted that the Odesa region was hit especially hard, with recent attacks causing civilian casualties and power outages. On a more positive note, he highlighted new financial support from Europe and allies like Norway and Japan. Meanwhile, separate talks involving Russian and U.S. representatives are

Key Points: Russia Launched 1300 Drones, 1200 Bombs on Ukraine: Zelenskyy | War Update

  • Ukrainian President details massive Russian aerial assault
  • European Council allocates major financial package for Ukraine
  • Russian strike on Odesa port kills eight, injures 27
  • Ukraine and US negotiating teams work on peace pathways
  • Parallel Russia-US talks reported in Miami
  • International aid flows in from Norway, Japan, and Portugal
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Russia launched 1300 drones, 1200 guided aerial bombs at Ukraine over past week: Zelenskyy

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy details massive Russian aerial assault, reports Odesa casualties, and highlights new EU, Norway, Japan aid packages amid ongoing war.

"Over the past week, Russia has launched approximately 1,300 attack drones, nearly 1,200 guided aerial bombs, and nine missiles of various types against Ukraine. The Odesa region and our south were hit particularly hard. - Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Ukrainian President"

Kyiv, December 22

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy claimed that Russia launched 1,300 attack drones, about 1,200 guided aerial bombs, and nine missiles over the past week against Ukraine, amid the ongoing war between the two nations.

Highlighting assistance from several countries, President Zelenskyy, in a post on X, said that the European Council has allocated Euros 90 billion for 2026-27, along with assistance packages from Norway and Japan, and a maritime drone agreement with Portugal.

"Over the past week, Russia has launched approximately 1,300 attack drones, nearly 1,200 guided aerial bombs, and nine missiles of various types against Ukraine. The Odesa region and our south were hit particularly hard. Our services continue their work to restore normal life in the regions. We are countering this Russian terror at multiple levels," the Ukrainian President wrote on X.

"This week brought an important decision on a financial security guarantee for Ukraine - the allocation by the European Council of EUR90 billion for 2026-2027 - along with substantial assistance packages from Norway and Japan, and an agreement with Portugal on the joint production of maritime drones," the post added.

A Russian attack on the Odesa region on Friday night left eight people dead and injured 27, according to Ukrainian authorities, as reported by CNN.

According to Ukraine's State Emergency Service, Russia struck the region with a missile at a port infrastructure facility in the town of Pivdenne.

The CNN reported that Russia has targeted Odesa with continuous attacks over the past nine days, resulting in a power outage in the city and surrounding areas.

Zelenskyy added that the negotiating teams from Ukraine and the United States are working to end the war.

"Negotiating teams from Ukraine and the United States continue their work on pathways to end this war with a dignified peace. And our long-range sanctions against Russia are also working as required. The aggressor must understand that war brings no dividends and always returns to where it came from. I thank everyone who is helping Ukraine. We must strengthen our state's defence capabilities so that diplomacy has a real chance to end the bloodshed," the X post stated.

Meanwhile, Special Envoy of the Russian President and CEO of the Russian Direct Investment Fund, Kirill Dmitriev, stated that the discussions on a settlement for a peace deal in Ukraine currently underway in Miami are being held constructively, noting that talks, which started on Friday, will continue through Sunday (local time), TASS reported.

The negotiations were held between Russia and the United States as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called on Washington to increase pressure on Moscow.

The meeting included Dmitriev, US President Donald Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff, and his son-in-law, Jared Kushner, as reported by TASS.

Speaking to reporters following the meeting on Saturday, Dmitriev said, "Discussions are being held constructively," as quoted by TASS. "They started and continue today and will also continue tomorrow," Dmitriev added, underscoring the ongoing engagement between the parties.

- ANI

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Sarah B
The European aid package is massive. 90 billion euros shows a serious commitment. But reading about the constant attacks on Odesa is heartbreaking. The world's attention can't waver. Civilian infrastructure should never be a target.
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Vikram M
As an Indian, I see the complex geopolitics. India has maintained a balanced position, calling for dialogue. The mention of US-Russia talks in Miami is interesting. Ultimately, peace talks are the only way forward, but they need to include Ukraine's voice directly.
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Priya S
The numbers are staggering. 1200 guided bombs. Each one represents potential loss of life and homes destroyed. The international community's support is crucial, but it feels like the response is still not matching the scale of the aggression. More pressure is needed.
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Rohit P
Respectfully, while the situation is terrible, I sometimes feel the coverage is one-sided. The article mentions Russia's perspective briefly at the end about "constructive" talks. A lasting peace requires understanding all sides, even if we disagree with the actions. Just my two paise.
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Kavya N
The human cost is the real story here. Eight dead, 27 injured in just one attack. My thoughts are with the families. It's a stark reminder of how precious peace is. We in India know the value of stability and sovereignty. #StandWithHumanity

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