Increase in Long-Range Air Attacks Between Russian and Ukrainian Forces

俄烏軍方長程空中襲擊增加


Introduction

There has been a significant increase in air attacks, starting with a massive Russian strike on Kyiv and followed by similar attacks on infrastructure in both countries.

空中襲擊顯著增加,始於俄羅斯對基輔的大規模打擊,隨後兩國的基礎設施均受到類似襲擊。

Main Body

The situation became more intense on Thursday when Russia launched a coordinated attack on Kyiv using 496 drones and 74 missiles. This attack caused at least 30 deaths and around 100 injuries, damaging 130 buildings. Important losses included a Red Cross warehouse with 320,000 relief items and the National Institute of Biochemistry. The Ukrainian Air Force emphasized that the high number of casualties happened because they lacked enough Patriot missiles to stop the ballistic projectiles.

週四情況變得更加劇烈,俄羅斯使用 496 架無人機和 74 枚飛彈對基輔發動協同攻擊。這次襲擊造成至少 30 人死亡,約 100 人受傷,並損毀 130 棟建築物。重要損失包括一個存放 32 萬件救援物資的紅十字會倉庫以及國家生物化學研究所。烏克蘭空軍強調,由於缺乏足夠的愛國者飛彈來攔截彈道飛彈,才導致如此高的人員傷亡。

In response, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy asserted that the destruction was caused by delays in receiving air defense systems from international partners. Consequently, he stated that getting anti-ballistic weapons will be a main topic at the next NATO summit in Turkey. Furthermore, the European Union, through foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas, has suggested adding more sanctions against companies that support the Russian military industry.

對此,總統澤倫斯基主張,破壞是由於國際夥伴交付防空系統延遲所致。因此,他表示獲取反彈道武器將成為下次在土耳其舉行的北約峰會的主要議題。此外,歐盟透過外交政策主管卡拉斯建議,對支持俄羅斯軍工業的公司增加制裁。

At the same time, both sides have continued to attack each other. Ukrainian forces targeted Russian oil refineries and energy sites in the Nizhny Novgorod and Belgorod regions, as well as a bridge in Crimea to disrupt Russian logistics. Meanwhile, Russian forces attacked the Sumy and Dnipropetrovsk regions, causing more civilian casualties. The Russian Ministry of Defense claimed these operations were responses to Ukrainian attacks inside Russian territory.

與此同時,雙方繼續互相攻擊。烏克蘭軍方針對俄羅斯下諾夫哥羅德和別哥羅德地區的煉油廠和能源設施,以及克里米亞的一座橋樑,以擾亂俄羅斯的後勤。同時,俄羅斯軍方襲擊了蘇梅和第聶伯羅彼得羅夫斯克地區,造成更多平民傷亡。俄羅斯國防部聲稱,這些行動是對烏克蘭在俄羅斯領土內襲擊的回應。

Conclusion

The conflict has now entered a stage of intense long-range fighting, where both sides target key infrastructure and cities while a diplomatic solution remains difficult to find.

衝突現已進入激烈的長程作戰階段,雙方均針對關鍵基礎設施和城市,而外交解決方案仍難以找到。

Vocabulary Learning

⚡ The 'Logical Glue' Technique

To move from A2 (basic sentences) to B2 (fluid arguments), you must stop using only and, but, and because. You need Connectors of Consequence and Addition. These words act as the "glue" that makes your writing sound professional and academic.

🧩 From Simple to Sophisticated

Look at how the article transforms basic ideas into B2-level flow:

  • A2 Style: Russia attacked. So, Zelenskyy spoke. Also, the EU wants sanctions.
  • B2 Style: Russia attacked. \rightarrow Consequently, Zelenskyy stated... \rightarrow Furthermore, the European Union has suggested...

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FurthermoreAdds a new, important point (Better than "also")"Furthermore, the European Union... has suggested adding more sanctions."
MeanwhileShows two things happening at the same time"Meanwhile, Russian forces attacked the Sumy... regions."

💡 Coach's Tip: The Placement Rule

Notice that these words often come at the start of the sentence, followed immediately by a comma. This creates a rhythmic pause that signals to the reader: "I am now connecting this idea to the previous one."

B2 Formula: [Connector] + [Comma] + [Subject] + [Verb] Example: Consequently, + he + stated...

Vocabulary Learning

coordinated (adj.)
Planned and carried out together in an organized way
Example:The military launched a coordinated attack to ensure all targets were hit simultaneously.
emphasized (v.)
To give special importance or prominence to something in speaking or writing
Example:The teacher emphasized the importance of reviewing the vocabulary before the exam.
casualties (n.)
People who are killed or injured in a war or accident
Example:The hospital prepared for a high number of casualties following the explosion.
asserted (v.)
To state something confidently and forcefully
Example:The lawyer asserted that her client was innocent of all charges.
consequently (adv.)
As a result of something that has happened
Example:The company lost a lot of money; consequently, they had to reduce their staff.
sanctions (n.)
Official orders or laws that stop trade or communication with a specific country as a punishment
Example:The international community imposed economic sanctions to pressure the regime to stop the war.
disrupt (v.)
To interrupt an event, activity, or process by causing a disturbance
Example:The heavy snowfall managed to disrupt train services across the entire city.
logistics (n.)
The detailed coordination of a complex operation involving many people, facilities, or supplies
Example:The logistics of moving thousands of troops across the border were incredibly complex.
Practice B2 words in a crossword