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Kyiv Faces Deadly Overnight Russian Drone and Missile Assault Heavy strikes hit Ukraine’s capital and multiple regions Kyiv has been hit by one of the most intense waves of Russian drone and missile attacks since the war began in 2022. Officials say at least eight people were killed, including a 12 year old girl. Rescue teams recovered bodies from the ruins of a damaged apartment block, while operations continue to find around 20 people still missing. Ukraine’s emergency service confirmed that 45 people were injured, among them two children. Authorities declared a day of mourning in Kyiv to honor the victims. Massive drone and missile barrage across the country President Volodymyr Zelensky said Russia launched more than 670 drones and 56 missiles overnight. He added that over 180 sites were struck across Ukraine, including more than 50 residential buildings. According to Zelensky, Ukrainian defenses intercepted a large share of the attack. He reported a 93 percent interception rate for drones and 73 percent for missiles. However, he warned that defending against ballistic missiles remains a major challenge. He also stated that more than 1,560 drones were launched at Ukrainian cities since Tuesday night, calling the continued attacks a clear sign that the war is far from ending. Rescue operations continue in Kyiv Emergency teams are still working through destroyed buildings in Kyiv. The focus remains on locating survivors trapped under rubble. Local officials said the damage to residential areas is severe, with entire sections of buildings reduced to debris. Ukraine calls for stronger air defense support Zelensky stressed the urgent need for more advanced air defense systems, especially US made Patriot systems capable of stopping ballistic missiles. He said shortages of these systems are limiting Ukraine’s ability to fully protect its cities. International reaction and new support package European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen condemned the strikes, saying they deliberately target civilians and cause widespread destruction. She also announced that the European Union is preparing a 6 billion euro drone support package for Ukraine and plans to tighten sanctions on Russia’s war economy.
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Kyiv Faces Deadly Overnight Russian Drone and Missile Assault

Heavy strikes hit Ukraine’s capital and multiple regions Kyiv has been hit…

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