Kyiv residents faced chaos early Saturday as Russian forces launched a massive missile and drone attack, injuring at least 15 people and damaging critical infrastructure. The strike—described as one of the largest air assaults on the capital since the war began—left shattered glass, burning buildings, and emergency crews scrambling across six districts. 🏙️🔥
Defenses Tested as Drones Swarm Skies
Ukraine’s Air Force reported intercepting 245 drones and six ballistic missiles, but 14 Iskander-M/KN-23 missiles slipped through defenses. A shopping mall, apartment blocks, and a school were among the damaged sites, police said. 💔 "This is terror, not war," one local tweeted as videos of burning debris flooded social media.
Zelenskyy Demands Global Action
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged the U.S. and Europe to ramp up sanctions against Russia’s economy, tweeting: "Only stronger pressure can stop this madness." The plea came hours after a separate strike on Odesa’s port killed three people Friday. 🌐⚖️
What’s Next?
With no immediate comment from Moscow, tensions escalate as Ukraine’s allies weigh responses. Analysts warn the attacks could signal a new phase in the conflict, targeting urban centers to weaken morale. Stay tuned for updates. 📡✊
