A Russian missile barrage struck Kyiv, killing at least 16 people and injuring dozens, according to officials. The attack, which lasted for hours, targeted the Ukrainian capital and surrounding areas with ballistic missiles and drones. Emergency services worked to extinguish fires caused by the strikes.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy condemned the attack as "cynical" and "calculated," highlighting the ongoing conflict. The assault marked another escalation in the war, with Russia intensifying its missile campaigns against Kyiv.
Reports indicate that the attack hit non-residential buildings in two districts, some of which caught fire. Officials noted that Ukraine faces shortages in air defense systems, making it harder to counter such strikes.
The United Nations has called for over €1.7 billion in humanitarian aid for Ukraine, with winter conditions posing a major challenge. The attack underscores the continued violence and the urgent need for support.
