Defense Forces spox: Russian missile threat from sea persisting

The relevant statement was made by Head of the United Coordinating Press Center of the Southern Defense Forces Natalia Humeniuk during a nationwide telethon, an Ukrinform correspondent reports.

According to Humeniuk, Russia’s frigate Admiral Essen is now on combat duty.

“It is equipped with eight missiles. A surface missile carrier, which can launch attacks all over Ukraine. Thus, the missile threat is remaining high,” Humeniuk said, adding that deploying a missile carrier before night usually indicates preparations for a certain situation.

In her words, this may be related to localized strikes or massive attacks. Hence, it is necessary for people to react to possible air raid alerts properly.

A reminder that, on the night of August 27, 2023, Ukraine’s Air Force intercepted four Russian cruise missiles over central and northern regions.