NATO Jets Scrambled Amid Russia's Massive Missile, Drone Attacks on Ukraine

NATO scrambled fighter jets from Poland, Sweden, and other allied nations in response to an intense and unprecedented Russian missile and drone bombardment on Ukraine, particularly targeting Kyiv. The Russian strikes involved nearly 600 drones, including Shahed drones, and a mix of cruise, ballistic, hypersonic Kinzhal, Iskander, and nuclear-capable strategic bombers, resulting in severe damage to military and civilian infrastructure. Despite Ukrainian air defenses intercepting the majority of incoming attacks, the assault caused significant casualties, with at least 13 people killed, including children, and dozens more injured. The attacks targeted residential areas, energy facilities, weapons factories, and airfields, with footage showing repeated missile strikes on key defense industry sites in Kyiv. This heavy bombardment signals Russia's continued aggressive stance, undermining peace efforts proposed by President Donald Trump, as Ukrainian President Zelensky condemned the strikes as evidence of Putin's intent to continue violence rather than pursue peace. NATO's deployment of warplanes and heightened air defense readiness near Ukraine's borders underscores the escalating regional tensions and the alliance's commitment to protecting its member states.