Introduction

Ukraine’s capital Kyiv attack 2025 faced one of its worst bombardments since the beginning of Russia’s full-scale invasion, as Russian forces launched a massive missile and drone attack overnight into Tuesday. Officials confirmed at least 28 deaths and more than 100 injuries as the rescue operation continued.

Massive Airstrikes Over Kyiv

According to Ukrainian authorities, the attack involved 440 drones and 32 missiles, targeting residential blocks, infrastructure, and educational institutions (source).

A drone directly hit an apartment block in the Solomyanskyi district, destroying over 40 flats. Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko confirmed that a 62-year-old American citizen was among the victims (source).

Cluster Bombs Allegations

Klitschko accused Russia of using cluster bomblets filled with metal ball bearings to maximize casualties (source). Ukrainian MP Lesia Vasylenko described the scene as an “utter nightmare,” with buildings collapsed and people trapped beneath rubble.

Rescue Efforts Continue

Emergency crews worked throughout Tuesday and Wednesday searching for survivors under the debris. The intensity of the attack, which lasted over nine hours, severely hampered rescue efforts as continuous air raid sirens interrupted operations (source).

Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko reported that multiple residential, critical infrastructure, and educational buildings were destroyed or damaged in 27 locations across Kyiv.

Odesa Also Targeted

Simultaneous strikes hit Odesa, killing 2 people and injuring at least 10. Russia’s Ministry of Defense claimed it targeted military-industrial facilities and that all intended targets were hit (source).

Zelensky Calls for Global Response

President Volodymyr Zelensky condemned the strikes as “pure terrorism” and criticized world powers for failing to stop Russia’s aggression: “It is bad when the powerful of this world turn a blind eye to this.” (source)

Escalation on Both Sides

In retaliation, Ukraine launched attacks on Russian-occupied Donetsk, reportedly injuring at least 10 people. Meanwhile, Russian agencies claimed they shot down 147 Ukrainian drones across 9 regions overnight (source).

Diplomatic Fallout at G7

Zelensky was hoping to meet US President Donald Trump during the ongoing G7 Summit but was unable to, as Trump departed early amid escalating global conflicts (source).

Conclusion

As Kyiv mourns its deadliest attack in months, Ukraine’s leadership continues to call for stronger international intervention. The world watches closely as the war in Ukraine shows no signs of de-escalation.

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