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Ukraine Seeks Air Defence Systems at NATO Summit After Russian Strikes
Ukraine's president will press NATO allies at a summit in Turkey for more air defence systems. The request follows Russian missile strikes on Kyiv that killed more than 50 civilians in recent days.
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Ukraine's president plans to use the NATO meeting in Turkey to urge Kyiv's allies to deliver the air defence systems it urgently needs to protect it from escalating Russian attacks. The call for help comes after Russian missiles struck the Ukrainian capital twice in less than a week, hitting apartment blocks and killing more than 50 civilians.
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The gathering in Ankara will also allow the president to meet with U.S. officials and argue that Russia's attacks reflect weakness rather than strength. The president will press the case that Russian leader Vladimir Putin should face increased pressure to enter talks aimed at a negotiated settlement.
The latest Russian strikes coincide with stepped-up Ukrainian long-range drone attacks on Russian territory, including oil refineries and military targets that have caused fuel shortages and power outages. Moscow's mayor said air defences intercepted most of the 430 drones launched toward the capital overnight, though the extent of any damage was not immediately reported.
Ukraine's air force reported that nearly all drones were intercepted in Monday's attack, but no ballistic missiles were stopped. The president stated that production of interceptor missiles has not kept pace with the threat and called on European allies to release stockpiles of U.S.-made Patriot systems.
" — President, video address, Monday NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte urged member states to ensure Ukraine receives the equipment needed to defend its sovereignty and noted that Kyiv is changing the dynamic on the battlefield.
