Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Ukraine no longer had interceptor missiles available as Russian ballistic missiles struck Kyiv early Saturday. The attack killed at least nine people and injured more than 30, according to the reported toll.
The strike came just days after Zelensky used a White House meeting on Tuesday to press for more American air-defense missiles. His appeal underscored Ukraine’s need for additional systems and munitions as Russia continues missile attacks on major cities.
By linking the Kyiv attack to the shortage of interceptors, Zelensky highlighted the pressure on Ukraine’s air defenses. Ballistic missiles are especially difficult to stop, and a lack of interceptor stocks can leave cities more exposed when waves of attacks arrive.
The latest Kyiv missile strike adds to the urgency around Western military support for Ukraine, particularly air-defense supplies. With casualties reported in the capital, the attack is likely to intensify focus on whether more missile defense aid can reach Ukraine quickly enough.
