Ukraine, US Embassy: possible large-scale Russian attack
The Ukrainian president reports Russian preparations for a combined attack with medium-range weapons and calls on the population to take refuge in shelters.
"Our intelligence services have reported receiving data, including from American and European partners, about Russia preparing an attack with the Oreshnik missile.
We are verifying this information. We are observing signs of preparation for a combined attack on Ukrainian territory, including Kiev, involving various types of weaponry. Specified intermediate-range weapons could be used in such an attack.
It is important to act responsibly on air warnings, starting tonight. Russian madness really knows no limits, so please protect your lives, use the shelters'.
This is the warning issued by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
US Embassy in Ukraine, possible large-scale Russian attack in the next 24 hours
The US embassy also issued an alert regarding a possible large-scale Russian air attack against Ukraine within the next 24 hours. "The US Embassy in Kiev has received information regarding a potential large-scale airstrike that could occur at any time in the next 24 hours. The embassy, as always, recommends that US citizens prepare to take immediate cover in the event of an air alert." The embassy website reads.
