Russia launched a large-scale drone and missile attack on Ukraine, resulting in the deaths of three people and injuries to 13 others in the capital city of Kyiv and the port city of Odesa. This assault marks one of the most significant attacks on Kyiv since the onset of Russia’s invasion nearly three years ago.
Call for Action
President Volodymyr Zelensky urged for concrete action from Washington and Europe in response to Russia’s aggression, emphasizing that “words are not enough” following a meeting with U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken.
Details of the Attack
- The attack targeted residential buildings in Odesa, where one person was killed.
- In Kyiv’s Obolonskyi district, a Russian missile struck an apartment building, resulting in another fatality.
- Air defense forces worked throughout the night to intercept drones and missiles, creating plumes of smoke over Kyiv as residents sought safety indoors.
Impact on Civilians
Viktoriia Melnyk shared her experience of having to withdraw her children from school due to their fear stemming from the frequent attacks in their neighborhood. She expressed, “We can’t live like this. It’s not normal.”
Escalation of the Conflict
The war has intensified, with both sides fiercely contesting control over Ukrainian territory.
- Russia has been utilizing Iranian-made Shahed-136 drones since September 2022 and has recently begun deploying other types with longer ranges and heavier payloads.
- The use of ballistic missiles capable of carrying multiple warheads has also increased.
Ukraine is facing challenges with limited resources as it defends against these new threats while continuing its military campaign against Russian forces in the eastern region known as Donbas.
Claims of Military Gains
In recent weeks, Moscow has claimed significant territorial gains around Bakhmut. However, analysts argue that these claims are exaggerated or false, as they are primarily based on social media posts from separatist fighters rather than independent journalistic reporting from areas under Russian control.
Ukrainian Offensive Plans
Despite the lack of evidence supporting Moscow’s claims, President Zelensky announced plans for an offensive operation aimed at reclaiming all occupied territories by the end of the year. This initiative coincides with ongoing international efforts, led by Germany’s Olaf Scholz, to negotiate a peace deal between Moscow and Kyiv.
However, talks between Ukrainian officials and representatives from Russia-backed separatists collapsed earlier this month without reaching any agreement.
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