Russian strikes near Ukrainian capital kill three, including child
Summary
Russian missile strikes near Kyiv killed three people, including a child, and caused fires in parts of the city. Ukraine’s air defenses are struggling to stop the attacks as Russia increases its missile launches, while Ukraine also targets sites inside Russia. The US Senate approved new sanctions aimed at cutting Russian energy exports.Key Facts
- Russian strikes hit the Boryspil district near Kyiv, killing three people and injuring three others.
- Explosions and fires were reported in Kyiv after an early morning air raid alert.
- Ukraine’s air defenses, including US-supplied Patriot systems, cannot fully stop Russia’s fast ballistic missile attacks.
- Ukraine received fewer air-defense missiles in early 2024 due to global supply issues linked to the US-Israel conflict with Iran.
- Russia can launch about 100 ballistic missiles monthly and may increase attacks during winter.
- Ukraine attacked Russian oil refineries and warehouses, targeting sites supporting Russia’s military.
- A Ukrainian drone strike in Russian-occupied Crimea killed two people when hitting an apartment building.
- The US Senate passed a sanctions bill imposing high tariffs on Russian energy imports, pending approval by the House and President Trump.
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