In a devastating attack on Kyiv, Russian troops launched a massive strike that has resulted in at least 16 fatalities, including four children, the youngest of whom was just two years old. The assault, which occurred earlier today, has also left 38 individuals injured.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky condemned the attack, stating that Russia is opting for ballistic missiles rather than pursuing negotiations for peace. He called for the international community to impose new sanctions against the Russian Federation in response to the escalating violence.
This incident marks another grim chapter in the ongoing conflict, with previous reports indicating a pattern of targeting civilian areas. Earlier this month, a similar situation unfolded when a Russian strike on Kyiv claimed the lives of 15 individuals and specifically targeted EU and UK offices in the capital.
The international response is likely to intensify as the situation develops. Zelensky's plea for sanctions aims to increase pressure on Russia, which continues to escalate its military actions in Ukraine.
