A tragic incident unfolded in Ukraine as a man and his four-year-old son lost their lives in a Russian missile attack near Kyiv, the capital city. The emergency service reported the casualties on Sunday, following explosions that rang out in the center and east of the city on Saturday night. Ukraine’s air force confirmed that Russian missiles targeted the area, triggering air raid sirens and visible flashes in the night sky.
Amid growing concerns over potential retaliation, Kyiv’s military activated air defense systems, with additional regions also coming under drone attacks. The devastation resulted in the death of the man and his young son, while three others sustained serious injuries. Ukrainian authorities have been calling for increased air defense support from Western allies to counter ongoing Russian airstrikes.
The tragic toll extended to the Russian side as well, with injuries reported in Kursk city due to debris from a downed Ukrainian missile. These incidents highlight the urgent need for peace and diplomatic solutions in the region.
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