A series of devastating strikes on Kyiv overnight has resulted in at least 10 fatalities and left over 100 injured, marking one of the most severe attacks in months. Officials reported that Russia unleashed 440 drones and 32 missiles on the capital, with substantial damage to a nine-story apartment building and dozens of residential areas. The grim tally of casualties initially reported 15 dead but was later revised by officials as rescue teams continued to sift through the wreckage, where concerns lingered over potential survivors trapped beneath the debris.
Kyiv Under Siege: Deadliest Attack in Months Leaves Tragic Aftermath
Kyiv Under Siege: Deadliest Attack in Months Leaves Tragic Aftermath
Massive drone and missile strikes in Kyiv lead to significant casualties and destruction, alarming international leaders.
As explosions echoed through the early morning hours, residents sought refuge in underground shelters, while Kyiv’s Mayor Vitali Klitschko condemned the attack as an act of terror. Meanwhile, Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko emphasized the broad spectrum of Russian targets, which included residential compounds, critical infrastructure, and educational institutions. President Volodymyr Zelensky labeled the attacks as "pure terrorism," urging global leaders to take a stand against Russia's ongoing aggression. The night of fear concludes with additional strikes reported in southern Odesa, as Ukraine braces for ongoing conflict amid stalled diplomatic efforts.
Rescue work continues as authorities search through the wreckage following one of the largest attacks since the onset of Russia's invasion.
Rescue work continues as authorities search through the wreckage following one of the largest attacks since the onset of Russia's invasion.
