Event Brief
Zelenskyy cites first use of “Pelican” in strike
By The BriefBrief · Sources (1)
Filed: Sep 21, 2026 at 11:07 AM ET
Summary: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said a large-scale strike on Russia on Sunday used multiple systems for the first time, including “Pelican.” He listed other weapons used and said the attacks had a “very significant impact,” while Moscow reported intercepting more than 1,600 drones.
WHO: Volodymyr Zelenskyy
WHAT: Zelenskyy said a strike included the “Pelican” system for the first time, alongside other named weapons.
WHEN: Sep 21, 2026
WHERE: Russia
WHY: Zelenskyy was describing the weapons used in Sunday’s large-scale strike on Russia.
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