Russian Airstrikes on Kyiv and Dnipro Result in Civilian Casualties and Infrastructure Damage
Russian forces conducted airstrikes on Kyiv and Dnipro, resulting in civilian deaths, injuries, and significant damage to residential and administrative buildings.
Russian forces launched airstrikes on Kyiv and Dnipro, causing civilian casualties and infrastructure damage. In Kyiv, Mayor Vitaliy Klitschko reported that a 12-year-old boy and a 35-year-old woman were killed, with at least 18 others injured, including medics. The attacks affected the Podilskyi, Obolonskyi, and Desnyanskyi districts, leading to fires and damage to residential buildings. Klitschko urged residents to remain in shelters due to ongoing air raid warnings.
In Dnipro, a missile strike resulted in five fatalities and at least 27 injuries. Dnipropetrovsk Oblast Governor Oleksandr Hanzha stated that 21 people were hospitalized, including 10 in serious condition. The attack caused significant damage to residential areas and infrastructure.
These incidents are part of a series of recent Russian attacks on Ukrainian cities, leading to civilian casualties and destruction of infrastructure. Ukrainian officials continue to assess the damage and provide assistance to those affected.