Russia Bombards Ukraine's Capital, Killing 13 in Revenge Strikes
Summary
Russia launched a large missile and drone attack on Kyiv and other parts of Ukraine, killing at least 13 people and injuring more than 90. Russia said this attack was in response to recent Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil refineries.Key Facts
- At least 13 people died and over 90 were injured in the overnight attacks on Kyiv.
- Russia fired 74 missiles and nearly 500 drones, including four hypersonic Tsirkon missiles, at Ukraine.
- The strikes hit 30 areas in Kyiv, damaging homes, an ambulance station, a hotel, a scientific institute, and businesses.
- More than 52,000 people took shelter in Kyiv's metro stations during the attacks.
- Ukrainian President Zelensky warned citizens about a massive attack before it happened.
- Russia claimed the attacks targeted fuel, energy sites, military facilities, and airfields in northern and central Ukraine.
- Ukraine has attacked several Russian oil refineries recently to disrupt Russia’s war funding.
- Ukrainian officials urged for more air defense systems and stronger Western sanctions on Russia’s economy.
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