Following overnight air strikes on Kyiv, where 15 people were killed and many injured, Ukrainian officials report an intensified wave of Russian attacks. As the violence continues, President Zelensky condemns the strikes as acts of terrorism, highlighting the tragic toll on civilians.
Devastating Russian Strikes Claim Lives in Kyiv, Intensifying Conflict
Devastating Russian Strikes Claim Lives in Kyiv, Intensifying Conflict
A relentless barrage of Russian missiles and drones strikes Kyiv, leaving at least 15 dead and dozens injured, escalating the ongoing war crisis.
At least 15 people have been killed and numerous others injured following a wave of Russian airstrikes on the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv. The bombardment, described as one of the largest since the onset of Russia’s full-scale invasion over three years ago, occurred overnight into Tuesday, with Ukrainian officials reporting a staggering launch of 440 drones and 32 missiles directed at various parts of the country.
Ukrainian Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko shared that Russian air defense units were able to intercept 147 Ukrainian drones during the chaotic night. The strikes on Kyiv persisted for over nine hours, prompting residents to seek refuge in underground shelters as the attacks began before midnight and extended well into the dawn hours.
Catastrophe struck when a ballistic missile struck a nine-storey apartment building in one of the city’s districts, contributing to a sense of panic across the city. “Waking up in utter nightmare: people trapped under rubble and full buildings collapsed,” lamented Ukrainian MP Lesia Vasylenko in a post on X. Rescue operations were underway, with teams tirelessly working to free individuals trapped in wreckage, although fresh sirens disrupted their efforts, adding to the chaos.
This recent spike in Russian airstrikes marks a worrying trend, with Moscow employing tactics that include sending large waves of drones to overwhelm Ukrainian defenses. In his response to the attacks, President Volodymyr Zelensky labeled the latest wave of strikes as “pure terrorism,” emphasizing that Russian President Vladimir Putin seems intent on escalating the conflict without regard for civilian lives. He stated, “It is bad when the powerful of this world turn a blind eye to this.”
The conflict's impact resonates further, as drone strikes also targeted the southern city of Odesa, resulting in one fatality and injuring at least ten more. The crisis poses additional challenges for Ukraine, particularly during pivotal moments like the G7 summit where President Zelensky aimed to engage with US President Donald Trump for support on Ukraine's strategic and military objectives.
With record numbers of drone attacks signaling a perilous evolution in the war, the recent escalation in hostilities highlights the urgent need for dialogue and resolution amidst a backdrop of increasing humanitarian suffering.
