Zelensky Calls For 'Consequences' After Russia Hits Kyiv With One of Heaviest Bombardments Since War Began
Russia launched one of its largest bombardments on Kyiv since the invasion began, resulting in at least four fatalities and significant damage to infrastructure. Ukrainian President Zelensky condemned the attacks and emphasized the need for accountability for Russian actions. The bombardment included advanced missiles and drones, highlighting Ukraine's ongoing challenges with air defense capabilities.
- ▪The attack involved 600 strike drones and 90 missiles, with some intercepted by Ukrainian defenses.
- ▪Zelensky stated that the strikes targeted civilian areas, including schools and residential buildings.
- ▪Kyiv Mayor Klitschko reported that rescue operations were underway following the attacks.
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Russia carried out one of the largest bombardments of Ukraine’s capital since the beginning of its invasion more than four years ago, killing at least four people and damaging schools and residential buildings overnight on Saturday. The hours-long barrage included the launch of an advanced ballistic Oreshnik missile, which is capable of carrying nuclear warheads, at Bila Tserkva, a city of 200,000 people some 50 miles south of Kyiv. According to Ukraine’s Air Force, the attack included 600 strike drones and 90 air, sea and ground-launched missiles, some of which were destroyed by Ukrainian air defenses.
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