Ukraine War BREAKING NEWS: Massive Missile & Drone Attack on Ukraine
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"Now Russia's doing what the German Nazis did in World War II without any fear of consequences because the US is way too scared of escalation, so they let Russia escalate or they sit back with their hands folded watching Ukraine get destroyed."
Hello Team
🎦 00:00-00:09⏩
Jonathan opens the video with a warm welcome to his viewers ("Hello team") and introduces the video as a breaking news update on the Ukraine war. He highlights the significance of the update, explaining that Ukraine was subjected to a major attack by Russia the previous night.
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Russia Launches Massive Missile and Drone Attack on Ukraine
🎦 00:09-03:28⏩
Jonathan reveals the severity of the overnight attack, stating that Russia launched a barrage of nearly 90 missiles and 60 drones at Ukraine, primarily targeting energy infrastructure. He references data from a spreadsheet (maintained by a contributor named Dale) that tracks the number of cruise missiles used by Russia throughout the war. Analysis of the data reveals a pattern of stockpiling followed by large-scale attacks. Jonathan notes that this latest attack suggests a return to the pattern observed in 2022, with Russia amassing missiles before unleashing a wave of strikes, potentially depleting their stockpiles. He questions whether this signifies a sustained campaign or a one-off event, suggesting a wait-and-see approach for confirmation.
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Kharkiv: City Plunged into Darkness
🎦 03:28-05:01⏩
Jonathan expresses relief that his contacts in Ukraine, including Greg, Anastasia Paraskovava (whom he planned to interview later that day), are safe, although Kharkiv has been severely affected. The entire city is without power following 23 explosions.
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Widespread Damage Across Ukraine
🎦 05:01-08:13⏩
Jonathan provides a grim overview of the damage across Ukraine, citing Anton Gerashchenko, who described it as the largest attack on the Ukrainian energy sector in recent times. - Zaporizhzhia: 12 missile strikes hit infrastructure and civilian buildings, resulting in casualties.
- Dnipro Hydroelectric Power Plant: Jonathan expresses deep concern over the targeting of this critical facility, drawing parallels with the devastating destruction of the Nova Kakhovka dam. He condemns any attempt to destroy hydroelectric dams due to the catastrophic flooding, loss of life, and environmental damage they cause.
- Sumy, Vinnytsia, Ivano-Frankivsk, Khmelnytskyi and Poltava regions: Emergency shutdowns implemented as power engineers work to restore electricity.
- Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant: The plant is on the brink of a blackout after a Russian missile strike severed the main external power line. Jonathan stresses the gravity of the situation, emphasising the importance of backup power for cooling systems in nuclear plants to prevent a meltdown. The Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant is under Russian occupation, further escalating concerns.
Dnipro Dam Attack: A Repeat of History?
🎦 08:13-11:49⏩
Jonathan highlights the danger posed by the strikes on the Dnipro hydroelectric dam, particularly the potential for an ecological disaster with global implications for food supplies. - A source (Sprav stratcom) echoes this concern, labelling the attack on the Dnipro dam as particularly alarming due to its potential to trigger a major ecological catastrophe.
- Jonathan cites Ukraine Battle Map, stating that at least two missiles hit the Dnipro dam overnight, causing significant damage that will require extensive repairs. The attack echoes a dark chapter in history when, during World War II, both Soviet and German forces destroyed the dam, leading to the deaths of an estimated 100,000 civilians.
- Images of the aftermath reveal extensive damage and ongoing fires, although the dam's structural integrity seems intact. However, power lines and a nuclear plant in occupied Enerhodar have been disconnected.
Russia's Actions Mirror Nazi Germany, Jonathan argues
🎦 11:49-12:05⏩
Jonathan draws a chilling parallel between Russia's actions and those of Nazi Germany during World War II, pointing out that Russia is repeating the horrific act of destroying a critical dam, seemingly without consequence. He criticizes the US for what he perceives as inaction and fear of escalation, suggesting this allows Russia to escalate its aggression unchecked.
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Residential Areas Hit, Scale of Destruction
🎦 12:05-13:01⏩
- Zaporizhzhia: Jonathan reports residential houses destroyed in targeted attacks.
- Khmelnytskyi: Residential areas were also hit, but it remains unclear whether these were intentional strikes, accidental hits due to errant missiles or a consequence of air defence systems intercepting incoming missiles.
- Jonathan reflects on the broader implications of the attacks, questioning whether they are a direct response to recent Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil refineries or mark the beginning of a new sustained Russian missile campaign. He acknowledges the possibility that Russia may be stockpiling missiles for a future attack on airbases housing F-16 fighter jets. However, the current evidence suggests a return to targeting energy infrastructure.
Ukraine's Air Defences Overwhelmed?
🎦 13:01-14:35⏩
- Jonathan discusses the challenges faced by Ukrainian air defences, noting that with reported shortages of air defence munitions, Ukraine might struggle to defend its airspace against sustained attacks. He highlights the crucial question of whether Russia will continue its barrage in the coming nights, which would indicate a deliberate strategy to overwhelm Ukrainian defences.
- Viewer 'jnqv' estimates that Russia spent approximately $700 million on missiles launched at Ukraine in the attack, claiming that Ukrainian air defence systems successfully intercepted a significant number, saving countless lives. He provides a breakdown: 55 Shahed drones and 35 missiles destroyed.
- Jonathan acknowledges the success of Ukrainian air defences but points out that with less than 50% of the missiles intercepted, it underscores the overwhelming nature of such a massive attack. He speculates that the inclusion of ballistic missiles, which are notoriously difficult to intercept, may have contributed to the lower interception rate.
Wrap up
🎦 14:35-15:14⏩
- Jonathan concludes the update by sharing that he has posted numerous photos and videos depicting the devastation across Ukraine on his Threads account. He describes the situation as "a really tough day, tough start to the day" and expresses his uncertainty about what the day will bring or whether further strikes will occur.
- He signs off with a promise to continue monitoring the situation and provide updates.
