Russia-Ukraine war: Three kids among 14 dead in major Russian attack on Kyiv
PTC Web Desk: Kyiv endured one of its heaviest nights of bombardment in recent weeks, as Russian missile and drone strikes tore through residential areas of the Ukrainian capital overnight. Emergency services confirmed that 14 persons, including three children aged 2, 14, and 17, were killed, while at least 38 others were injured. At least 10 persons remain missing as search and rescue operations continue.
The authorities reported that a residential building in the Darnytskyi district suffered the worst damage, collapsing after being struck around 3 am local time. Another fatality was recorded in the Shevchenkivskyi district. Kyiv Mayor Vitaliy Klitschko described the attacks as a "massive strike," noting that schools, transport infrastructure, shopping centres, and several residential complexes were also damaged across more than 20 districts of the city.
President Volodymyr Zelensky condemned the assault, calling it “a massive attack against our cities and communities” and “a clear response to those who have been calling for a ceasefire and diplomacy.” He reiterated the need for tougher sanctions on Moscow, saying: “Russia chooses ballistics instead of the negotiating table. It chooses killing instead of ending the war.”
Ukraine’s air force said Russia launched 598 drones, 11 ballistic missiles, and 20 cruise missiles across the country overnight, of which most were intercepted. However, several managed to hit residential areas in Kyiv, making it the largest attack on the capital since July 31, when more than 30 persons were killed.
Ukraine’s Foreign Ministry condemned the strikes as a violation of international law, noting that even the EU mission building in Kyiv was damaged. Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha called for “strong international reactions,” stressing that Russia had targeted diplomatic premises in breach of the Vienna Convention.
Despite the destruction, daily life has resumed in Kyiv this morning, with residents returning to work even as emergency crews continue digging through rubble in search of survivors.
- With inputs from agencies
