Early Saturday, Kyiv was rocked by a fierce barrage of ballistic missiles and drones, leaving at least 15 people injured. This attack, one of the largest air assaults on the capital during the conflict, caused significant damage across six of the city’s 10 districts.
Local authorities reported that a shopping mall, several apartment buildings, and an educational facility were among the affected sites. The Ukrainian Air Force confirmed that 14 Iskander-M/KN-23 ballistic missiles and 250 drones were used in the operation, although air defense systems managed to intercept six missiles and 245 drones.
This assault followed a previous attack on the port infrastructure in Odesa, which resulted in three fatalities and six injuries. On social media, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged the United States, Europe, and other nations to impose additional sanctions, stating, "Only additional sanctions targeting key sectors of the Russian economy will force Moscow to cease fire."
In an era where news unfolds at light speed, this incident reminds us to stay alert and informed. Stay safe and keep the conversation going! 🚀🏙️
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Ukraine says 15 injured in Russian missile-drone attack on its capital
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