Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Ukraine is bracing for large-scale Russian attacks in the near term, with expectations focused on Friday through the weekend. In interviews aired by CBS News’ “Face the Nation,” Zelenskyy tells moderator Margaret Brennan that while the timing is not certain, intelligence and assessments point to “big attacks” from Russia. Zelenskyy also says Ukraine is urging civilians to take precautions, including using bomb shelters, and emphasizes that children and the public should be especially careful.
The Hill reports Zelenskyy similarly expects a major attack within roughly 48 hours, citing intelligence shared by the United States and European allies. In separate comments relayed by CBS News, Zelenskyy also urges the United States to expand deliveries of Patriot missile systems as Ukraine prepares for the anticipated strikes.
Across the reports, the central message is that Ukrainian leadership is warning of a heightened risk of major attacks soon, based on ongoing intelligence inputs, while continuing to call for air-defense support.
