Drone attacks originating from Russia sweep over Ukraine's skies
In a series of escalating events, Ukraine has been hit by one of the heaviest attacks in three and a half years of war. The Russian military launched a coordinated assault on Ukraine overnight, with the Ukrainian capital, Kyiv, bearing the brunt of the attack.
According to reports by the Ukrainian air force and media, six Russian strategic bombers took off from Russian airports and potentially attacked Ukraine with missiles. The attack on Kyiv involved both combat drones and missiles, resulting in at least 25 casualties, as per the latest official figures.
Explosions were heard not just in Kyiv, but in multiple cities across Ukraine, including Cherkasy, Chernihiv, and Kyiv. In the city of Zaporizhzhia, a corporate building was hit and set on fire, but thankfully, no casualties have been reported in that building.
The Ukrainian air defense was activated in some places, attempting to counter the onslaught of over 100 combat drones that were active in various parts of Ukraine. Despite these efforts, the attack on Kyiv was one of the deadliest attacks in recent years, claiming at least 25 lives.
The regional military administrator of Zaporizhzhia, Ivan Fedorov, reported the building hit in Zaporizhzhia on Telegram. The information about the attack was also reported by Ukrainian media, painting a grim picture of the ongoing conflict.
It's important to note that while several explosions in Kyiv may or may not be due to air defense or impacts, the overall impact of the attack is undeniable. The names of the military units or individuals commanding the Russian bombers during the attack have not been disclosed or identified in the available sources.
This latest attack serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing conflict and the urgent need for peace. The people of Ukraine continue to endure, and the world watches with hope for a resolution to this long-standing conflict.
