Zelenskiy says Russia is preparing major new attack on Ukraine

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on May 29 that Ukrainian intelligence indicates Russia is preparing a new major attack on Ukraine, as Moscow’s missile and drone strikes continue.

In an official statement from the Ukrainian presidency, Zelenskiy said Russia is preparing a new massive strike against Ukrainian cities and communities. The presidency repeated the warning in a summary of his call with Austria’s chancellor.

Reuters reported the same warning, citing Zelenskiy’s Telegram post and nightly address. CBS News separately reported that he said Ukraine was bracing for big attacks in the next 24 hours, including drones, cruise missiles and ballistic missiles.

The warnings come as Ukraine continues to face regular Russian air attacks and seeks more support from partners to strengthen its defenses. The latest statements did not specify the target set or weapons mix Ukraine believes Russia may use.

It was not immediately clear when the expected attack might come or whether it would differ from recent strikes. The Ukrainian president’s office said the intelligence assessment was serious enough to raise the alarm publicly on the same day.