President Joe Biden reaffirmed U.S. support for Ukraine following Russia’s massive drone attack against the country, which left more than a million Ukrainian households without electricity.
Russia launched 188 drones in the Nov. 27 attack that targeted Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, with 76 of them being intercepted by Ukraine’s air defenses, according to Ukraine’s air force.
In a Nov. 28 statement, Biden criticized Russia for what he described as a “horrific” aerial attack.
The outgoing president said it highlighted the urgency and importance of supporting the Ukrainian people against Russian aggression.
“On this day, my message to the Ukrainian people is clear: the United States stands with you,” he stated. “The United States stands with more than 50 countries in support of Ukraine and its fight for freedom.”...