Ukraine Warns Russia of Powerful Response as Drone Deal Signed

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned Russia that Ukraine is preparing a powerful response to its daily attacks, which include an estimated 650 drones and 35 to 100 missiles per day.

"We are responding to this. Currently, we do not have the same amount of means, but we are using 300-350 strike tools. And we will strengthen them so that we can respond to Russia's blows with full force," Zelenskyy stated. He added that Russia will feel the war in its homes if Ukraine can match its daily drone and missile output.

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Russia uses about 650 drones and 35 to 100 missiles against us every day. We are responding to this. Currently, we do not have the same amount of means, but we are using 300-350 strike tools. And we will strengthen them so that we can respond to Russia's blows with full force. Russia understands: if there are 600 drones and missiles, it will feel this war as we feel it. They will feel it in their homes.

During a meeting, representatives from Baltic and Northern European countries signed a "Drone Deal" with Ukraine. Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs emphasized the agreement's importance, noting that up to 35,000 Russian soldiers are destroyed monthly, with 93% of them by drones. He stressed the need for Latvia, the Baltics, and other neighboring states to enhance drone defense, stating that Ukraine possesses superior knowledge in this area.

Recent reports indicate that Ukraine's long-range strikes are forcing Russia to reduce its crude oil exports. To mitigate fuel shortages, Russia is diverting some oil intended for export to its own refineries. Additionally, Russia is reportedly mobilizing businesses to bolster its air defenses in response to successful Ukrainian long-range attacks, with the Defense Ministry considering allowing private companies to acquire heavy-caliber weapons for air defense purposes.

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This agreement is very important. We see that up to 35,000 Russian soldiers are destroyed every month. As many as 93% of them are destroyed by drones. Latvia, the Baltic states, and other countries bordering Russia must strengthen their defenses against drones. This agreement gives us the opportunity to use technologies and conduct joint production. We must protect our sky, and no one knows how to do it better than Ukraine.