Erneut hat Russland die Ukraine in der Nacht mit einer Angriffswelle überzogen. In vielen Teilen des Landes schlugen Raketen und Drohnen ein. Es gab mehrere Tote und Verletzte – auch Kinder zählen zu den Opfern.
The Ukraine reports renewed massive Russian attacks with drones and rockets in many parts of the country. More than 30 rockets and about 630 drones were intercepted, according to the Ukrainian Air Force.
The capital, Kyiv, was too the target of Russian air attacks overnight. At least four people were killed, including a child, Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko wrote on Telegram. 45 people were injured. The deceased child was twelve years old, according to Klitschko. Klitschko called on the population early in the morning to continue staying in shelters, as the city was being attacked again.
Journalists from The Kyiv Independent reported loud explosions as rockets hit the million-city in several volleys. Damage to commercial and residential buildings was reported from several districts, as Kyiv Military Administrator Tymur Tkachenko wrote on Telegram.
Attacks on Other Regions of Ukraine
Air raid alerts were also triggered in other regions of the country. Explosions were reported in the Ukrainian port city of Odessa overnight. According to the local military administration, six people were killed and eleven others are receiving medical treatment in rocket and drone attacks. According to the regional governor, port facilities were also targeted and damaged.
In Dnipro, Ukraine’s fourth-largest city, at least two people were killed and 27 others injured in a Russian rocket attack, according to Governor of Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, Oleksandr Hansha, on Telegram. Five of the injured are in life-threatening condition. Several houses in residential areas reportedly burned down. Just a few days ago, at least five people were killed in a rocket attack on the industrial city.
Deaths in Ukrainian Counterattack
Two minors, aged five and 14, were killed in a Ukrainian counterattack in the southern Russian region of Krasnodar, according to local authorities. Russia has been attacking Ukraine almost every night since the start of the war. Most recently, the Russian army also expanded its daytime air attacks.
For more than four years, Ukraine has been defending itself against the invasion by Russia. Since the beginning of the war, Russia has systematically shelled the hinterland of its neighbor, repeatedly hitting civilian objects.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current situation in Kyiv?
Kyiv was targeted by Russian air attacks overnight, resulting in at least four deaths, including a child, and 45 injuries.
What regions of Ukraine are under attack?
Attacks have been reported in Kyiv, Odessa, and Dnipro, among other regions.
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