Russia Launches Air Battle As US Agrees To Send M1 Abrams Tanks To Ukraine

Ukrainian officials said the country's air defense systems were activated Thursday as Russia launched more than 30 missiles in several oblasts. The move comes as the United States agreed to send dozens of M1 Abrams tanks to the Ukrainian military. Throughout Thursday morning, Russia carried out air attacks, but no casualties were reported so far. "About six Tu-95 bombers took off and launched missiles presumably from Murmansk Oblast (Russia). We expect approximately 30 missiles that have already started appearing in various oblasts. Air defence systems are operating. Yes, there were explosions in several oblasts, including Vinnytsia. Obviously, you need to stay in shelters," Yurii Ihnat, spokesperson for the Air Force of Ukraine, said, according to Pravda.