Ukraine says Russia launches "virtually nonstop" strikes on Kyiv
Summary
Russia launched a large and nearly nonstop strike on Kyiv and other cities in Ukraine, using more than 1,500 drones and over 50 missiles in two days. At least seven people died, and many buildings were damaged or destroyed during the attacks, which Ukraine calls a deliberate tactic to overwhelm its air defenses.Key Facts
- Russian forces attacked Kyiv with a “massive and virtually nonstop” aerial assault lasting almost 48 hours.
- Over 1,500 drones and more than 50 missiles were fired at Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities.
- At least seven people were killed in Kyiv, and 20 people are still missing after the attacks.
- Ukraine intercepted 94% of the drones but only 73% of the missiles.
- Buildings hit included a residential apartment, a school, and a veterinary clinic.
- Ukrainian President Zelenskyy suggested the attack was timed to coincide with President Trump’s visit to China.
- Russia also attacked cities including Odesa, Rivne, Ivano-Frankivsk, and Kharkiv.
- Russian President Putin said the war might be nearing an end, but Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy disagrees and called for Russia to agree to a real ceasefire.
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