Ukraine hit by second day of large-scale Russian missile and drone strikes
Summary
Russia launched a second day of large missile and drone attacks on Ukraine, hitting Kyiv hard and causing deaths and injuries. Ukrainian officials reported damage to buildings and critical infrastructure, and President Zelenskyy said Ukraine might respond to the attacks.Key Facts
- Russian forces fired dozens of missiles and nearly 700 drones in a continuous attack starting early Thursday.
- Kyiv experienced damage to an apartment building where 11 people were rescued, and many others were injured or missing.
- At least eight people died in Kyiv during the attacks, including a 13-year-old child.
- Ukraine’s railways and other important infrastructure were also targeted in earlier raids.
- Ukrainian President Zelenskyy said the strikes aimed to overwhelm Ukraine’s air defenses and disrupt political efforts for peace.
- The attacks contradicted US President Donald Trump’s recent statements that a peace deal was near.
- Hungary summoned the Russian ambassador after strikes close to its border, showing changing relations with Russia.
- Ukrainian officials are preparing possible responses to the attacks as the situation continues.
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