Ukraine was unable to stop a Russian missile barrage that struck Kyiv and other parts of the country, according to reports. The attacks caused deaths and damage, with several outlets reporting that at least 17 people were killed. Residential and other civilian areas were affected, while warehouses and logistics facilities were also reported damaged or destroyed.
The strikes came as Ukraine faced shortages in its air-defense capabilities. Reports described the country as struggling to protect its cities against repeated Russian missile attacks, highlighting the pressure on its existing systems and the continuing need for additional support from its partners.
President Volodymyr Zelensky blamed Ukraine’s international partners for what he described as “horrific casualties,” arguing that greater assistance could help prevent further deaths. The reports did not indicate that the barrage had been fully halted, underscoring the difficulty Ukraine faces in defending against Russia’s ongoing attacks.
Ukraine also carried out strikes against targets in Russia, with reports referring to attacks on warehouses associated with Wildberries. The exchanges reflected the continuing escalation of long-range attacks as both sides targeted infrastructure and logistical assets.
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