As children in Ukraine prepared for their return to school, Russia launched a violent overnight attack on Kyiv, unleashing a barrage of drones and missiles. The Ukrainian capital was rocked by explosions, with debris falling across the city, injuring three people and damaging buildings.
Despite more than 900 days of war, both sides are intensifying their offensives, escalating the conflict. Russian air defenses intercepted numerous Ukrainian drones, while Russian forces advanced towards key strongholds in eastern Ukraine.
The Ukrainian air force reported downing multiple missiles and drones launched by Russia, with residents rushing to bomb shelters for safety. The mayor of Kyiv confirmed injuries and damage in various districts, urging preparedness for further attacks.
The escalation of violence also reached Kharkiv, Ukraine’s second largest city, with reports of strikes causing fires in residential areas. The message from Ukrainian officials remains one of defiance, vowing to retaliate against the aggression.