Ukraine: Kyiv hit by 'most significant' Russian attack, Zelensky seeks Patriot missiles
Kyiv suffered its most significant Russian attack since the 2022 invasion, resulting in 13 fatalities and 86 injuries. President Zelensky has requested Patriot missile systems from the US.
Kyiv experienced its most significant Russian attack since the 2022 invasion, according to Mayor Vitali Klitschko. The overnight assault resulted in at least 13 fatalities and 86 injuries, with residential buildings damaged and residents seeking shelter in the metro. In response, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has requested a license from the United States for Patriot missile systems. Meanwhile, Russian air defenses reportedly intercepted 46 Ukrainian drones targeting Moscow, with Mayor Sergei Sobyanin stating no damage or casualties occurred. Further Russian bombardments caused three deaths and 18 injuries in the Zaporizhzhia region, three injuries in Dnipropetrovsk, and ten in Sumy. Electricity disruptions were also reported across several oblasts.
Sources: Le Monde
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