Kyiv in mourning after strikes as allies discuss military support
Summary
A major aerial attack in Kyiv killed at least 23 people, leading the city to declare a day of mourning. The attack prompted calls for more military support for Ukraine, as European leaders condemned the strikes and discussed further actions.Key Facts
- An aerial attack in Kyiv, one of the largest in the war, killed 23 people, including four children.
- The city's mayor declared a day of mourning to honor those who died.
- The attack damaged the EU's diplomatic mission and the British Council building in Kyiv.
- EU defense ministers met in Copenhagen to discuss increasing military support for Ukraine.
- European leaders condemned the attack, saying Russia is using intimidation tactics.
- Lithuanian and Estonian defense ministers criticized Russia's actions and suggested NATO membership for Ukraine as a security guarantee.
- Russia and Ukraine reported shooting down several drones amid the ongoing conflict.
- President Zelensky called for stronger sanctions on Russia and noted Moscow's preference for military action over negotiations.
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