Kyiv hit by large wave of Russian strikes, people feared trapped in apartment building rubble
The barrage damaged residential and civilian infrastructure, killed at least four people and injured 58, according to Ukraine’s state emergency service.
- On Tuesday, Russian forces launched a massive overnight assault on Kyiv, Ukraine, firing 73 missiles and 656 drones. Mayor Vitali Klitschko reported at least four deaths and 58 injuries in the capital.
- Moscow warned last week of 'systematic strikes' on Kyiv's 'decision-making centers.' Russia claimed the action was retaliation for a drone strike in Luhansk, an allegation Ukraine denied.
- Debris and explosions damaged residential buildings across eight Kyiv districts, causing fires and partial collapses of multi-story structures. More than 500 State Emergency Service personnel deployed for rescue operations.
- Thousands of residents sought shelter in metro stations carrying mattresses and belongings as air alerts sounded. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that US assistance for Patriot systems is 'absolutely necessary' to defend Europe.
- The conflict has lasted more than four years with stalled peace efforts. Zelenskyy warned that without protected air defenses, these attacks will continue, underscoring the urgency of international support.
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At least 21 people were killed. The Ukrainian air force counted 73 missiles and 656 drones fired by Russia, which is losing ground on the battlefield.
Nine Dead As Russia Unleashes Massive Missile Barrage Across Ukraine
At least nine people have been killed and over 60 injured following a massive Ukraine missile attack that struck major cities overnight. The deadly barrage targeted residential areas in Kyiv, Dnipro, and Kharkiv, shattering the early morning calm as thousands of civilians scrambled for safety, according to Ukrainian authorities. The strikes were launched after days of intelligence alerts regarding a potential large-scale offensive by Moscow, mar…
Russian forces launched a large-scale attack on Ukraine's capital on Tuesday morning (local time). Attacks take place at a time when Zelensky alerted for the possibility of intensifying Russian attacks, and Russia threatened to launch consistent and systematic attacks against Ukraine's defence infrastructures. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Tuesday that Russia carried out attacks on Ukraine's military infrastructure after Volodymyr Zele…
Yle's Ukraine reporter describes the atmosphere of the previous night amidst the Russian bombing.
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