Ukrainian officials said Russia launched a large-scale overnight assault using missiles and drones against several cities, with Kyiv among the hardest hit. Residential apartment buildings, civilian infrastructure, and other facilities sustained heavy damage as emergency crews rushed to rescue people trapped beneath the rubble.
Authorities confirmed that at least nine people, including children, were killed, while dozens of others were injured. Rescue operations continued throughout the day as firefighters, police, and medical teams searched collapsed buildings for survivors. Officials warned that the death toll could increase as recovery efforts progressed.
The attack comes amid continued fighting between Russia and Ukraine, with both sides intensifying military operations in recent weeks. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned the strikes, calling for additional international support, particularly in strengthening Ukraine's air defense capabilities to protect civilians from future attacks.
World leaders reacted with renewed concern over the humanitarian impact of the war. Several governments condemned the attacks on populated areas and reiterated their support for Ukraine, while humanitarian organizations warned that repeated strikes on civilian infrastructure continue to worsen living conditions for millions of people affected by the conflict.
