Zelensky announces strengthening of air defense: Decisions made for Dnipro and Odesa

According to Ukrinform, he stated this in a video address published on Telegram.

"Earlier today, there was another massive attack by Russian drones – involving a significant number. Since the morning alone, more than 400 drones have been launched, over 200 of them 'Shaheds.' The density of the attack was high, and because of that – even though the interception rate was also high, with 388 drones shot down – there were still hits. Ternopil, Zhytomyr, the Rivne region, Trostianets in the Vinnytsia region, and other regions and our communities were affected. We are strengthening all areas of defense. There are already decisions for Dnipro – the military command and the Ministry of Defense analyze every attack and propose solutions. For Dnipro: additional radars, electronic warfare systems, and additional crews. There are also decisions for Odesa – the interception rate is already up, but it needs to go higher. We are aware that the Russians are trying to bypass our air defenses by launching highly dense, intense attacks. We will counter this," Zelensky said.

According to him, Ukraine continues to build up protection for cities and villages and is not stopping efforts to improve its air defense system, including through daily work with international partners to secure the necessary components.

"In April, we secured the necessary supplies, and there were also new contributions to the PURL initiative. For May, the task is the same, and we will continue to seek additional opportunities to strengthen Ukraine's defense through cooperation with countries we have previously engaged with less. We are bringing Ukraine’s expertise in defense to the global level. Every Ukrainian company, all our manufacturers and developers, and the experience of our military in defense operations – all of this is a major Ukrainian asset. This strength must only grow, and I am very grateful to everyone who is truly helping to make that happen," he concluded.

Photo: Office of the President of Ukraine