Tragedy struck Ukraine as at least seven people were killed in airstrikes by Russia for the second consecutive day. Ukraine’s Air Force Commander reported that the country’s air defenses successfully downed a significant number of attack drones and missiles launched by Russia, with debris falling in various regions including the capital city Kyiv. In the Dnipropetrovsk region, three people lost their lives and several others were injured due to missile strikes.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy vowed to retaliate against Russia for the attacks, as Governor Ivan Fedorov and other officials confirmed casualties and damage in their respective regions. Amidst the chaos, the Russian Defense Ministry claimed that their airstrikes targeted crucial airfield infrastructure in Ukraine, causing widespread destruction.
The escalation in violence has shocked the world, with innocent lives lost and communities devastated. As tensions continue to rise, the people of Ukraine remain resilient in the face of adversity, united in their determination to defend their homeland.