In a devastating turn of events, the city of Belgorod, nestled inside Russia, became the target of a shelling attack by Ukrainian forces. According to Russian officials, the assault resulted in the tragic loss of at least 14 lives, with over 100 individuals sustaining injuries. This attack comes as a response to a large-scale Russian air assault on Ukraine, which claimed the lives of approximately 40 people.
The recent Russian air attack on Ukraine, the most extensive since the start of the full-scale invasion nearly two years ago, prompted the Biden administration to highlight the effectiveness of U.S.-supplied defense systems in neutralizing numerous Russian drones and missiles. Urging Congress to allocate more funds to support Ukraine's defense efforts, the administration emphasized the importance of assisting the nation in facing Russian aggression.
