Kyiv Pounded by Intense Barrage of Russian Missile Strikes

The transcript discusses the aftermath of an attack on a key bridge linking Crimea, which Russia blames on Ukraine. It covers Russia's retaliatory missile strikes on Ukrainian cities, targeting civilian infrastructure. The discussion includes Putin's Security Council meeting and the pressure he faces to escalate the conflict. Ukraine's defense capabilities and ongoing offensives in the Donbass region are also highlighted, along with Russia's limited battlefield response.

What was the primary target of the retaliatory missile strikes mentioned in the first section?

• Industrial facilities

• Government buildings

• Civilian infrastructure

• Military bases

What is a significant concern regarding the Security Council meeting called by Putin?

• The withdrawal of Russian troops

• The introduction of new sanctions

• The possibility of nuclear escalation

• The potential for a peace agreement

What is a major challenge for Ukraine in defending against the attacks?

• Lack of international support

• Insufficient air defense systems

• Poor communication infrastructure

• Limited access to resources

Why is Russia mobilizing additional troops according to the final section?

• To conduct training exercises

• To compensate for a lack of conventional military response

• To prepare for a peacekeeping mission

• To strengthen diplomatic negotiations

What is the likely impact of targeting civilian areas on Ukrainian public support?

• It will lead to mass evacuations

• It is unlikely to break popular support for the war

• It will decrease support for the Ukrainian government

• It will increase support for Russia