In a significant escalation of the ongoing conflict, Russia has launched a record number of drones in a series of overnight assaults against Ukraine, with reports indicating that as many as 188 drones were deployed. Ukraine claims to have intercepted a substantial number of these drones, downing at least 76, while suffering power cuts and damage to critical infrastructure as a result of the strikes. Conversely, Ukraine has reportedly fired US-made ATACMS missiles at Russian targets, prompting Moscow to prepare retaliatory actions and admit that some missiles have successfully struck locations within Russia. As the conflict intensifies, NATO is calling for faster support for Ukraine, emphasizing the urgency of the situation amid fears of further escalation.