British Intelligence has released new data regarding the latest massive missile attack on Ukraine by Russia, which once again shocks with its scale and tactical complexity
According to information provided by the UK Ministry of Defense through its official platform on the social network X (formerly Twitter), the Kremlin this time apparently employed special tactics—accumulating missiles during the so-called "ceasefire," which lasted 30 days in Ukraine's energy sector. This allowed Russian troops to significantly replenish their supplies of cruise missiles and ammunition, preparing for another large-scale assault. According to intelligence, on Sunday, April 23, during the night, Ukraine experienced a devastating strike involving a complex of tactics and multiple platforms—strategic aviation, bombers, ships of the Black Sea Fleet, as well as ground-based launch systems for multiple launch rocket systems. The main targets of the Russian strike were Kyiv and Kharkiv, which are traditionally prioritized objectives for Moscow's forces. Additionally, other critical infrastructure objects and populated areas across Ukraine were hit. British intelligence emphasizes that such a combination of means for conducting missile strikes was unlikely to be accidental. They suggest that this comprehensive approach was almost certainly planned to overload Ukraine's air defense systems, forcing them to operate "at the limit of their capabilities." According to the Ukrainian Air Force, Ukrainian defenses managed to intercept 112 air targets, demonstrating the high effectiveness of Ukraine's air defense system. It is also noted that Russia actively employs electronic warfare tools to suppress Ukrainian target destruction assets. The intelligence adds that the X-101 cruise missile remains the main instrument of Moscow’s mass strikes on Ukraine. An important feature of these attacks is their near-undetectability. After a recent prolonged 30-day "truce," Russia was able to replenish its stocks of strategic missiles and munitions. This enables the Kremlin to be prepared for new strikes at a convenient time, without prior alerts or reports. Experts stress that such strategic replenishment of military resources undermines Ukraine and its international partners' hopes for a quick and potentially stable period of calm. Another important aspect is that during the night attack, Ukrainian forces once again faced a multifaceted enemy tactic—missile launches, drones, missile defense systems, and electronic suppression measures. Ukrainian air defenses intercepted over 215 missiles of various types and drones across the country. The highest number of hits and damage was recorded in Kyiv, where air defense systems shot down a significant portion of attacks—112 targets—highlighting the high tension and complexity of the frontline situation. Within this context, the first calls for restraint and caution have emerged in global politics. U.S. President Donald Trump, noting Russia’s aggression, called on Putin to cease actions that threaten European stability and jeopardize global security. French leader Emmanuel Macron responded by emphasizing that America's anger should be directed solely at the individual—Russian dictator Vladimir Putin. While the international community watches developments with concern, Kyiv and its allies continue to unitedly defend their independence and territorial integrity. Meanwhile, Russia demonstrates its readiness for new large-scale strikes and efforts to accumulate resources for further attacks.