Late night in Kyiv turned into chaos as Russia launched a massive air strike using Kinzhal hypersonic missiles and combat drones, targeting military-industrial sites and airbases across Ukraine. The Russian Defense Ministry claimed all objectives were hit 🎯.
Ukrainian officials reported the attack left 10 people dead and 38 injured in the capital, with damage to residential blocks across seven districts. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy took to X to condemn the assault: "Russia chooses ballistics instead of the negotiating table. It chooses to continue killing instead of ending the war."
Ukraine’s air force fought back with impressive efficiency, shooting down 563 of 598 drones and 26 of 31 missiles. Air defense units registered hits at 13 locations and debris falling in 26 more—proof that even under fire, Ukraine's defenses are holding strong 🛡️.
On the other side, Ukraine’s own drone brigades stepped up attacks on Russian oil refineries this month. In the same overnight window, they targeted the Afipsky and Kuybyshevskyi plants—aiming to hit Russia’s export infrastructure where it hurts most 🛢️.
The European Union and the United Kingdom were quick to voice their outrage. Both summoned Russian envoys after the strikes damaged the EU mission and British Council offices in Kyiv. EU Commissioner Marta Kos condemned the "brutal attacks" on civilian areas, while EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas stressed, "No diplomatic mission should ever be a target."
As Europe rallies in protest and Kyiv braces for what comes next, young people around the world are watching closely. Will diplomatic pressure block further escalations? Stay tuned 💥🌍.
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Russia launches large-scale strikes, Ukraine reports civilian deaths
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