At least 17 killed in Russian strikes on Kyiv as Ukrainian attacks continue

At least 17 people were killed and 44 injured during Russian aerial strikes on Kyiv and its surrounding region, according to Ukrainian authorities. President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that additional missile interceptors could have saved those killed in the bombardment. Russian forces also launched multiple guided glide bombs into residential neighborhoods in Zaporizhzhia, causing further casualties.

Concurrently, Ukrainian drone attacks hit several targets across Russian-controlled territories, including Belgorod, Crimea, Gelendzhik, and the outskirts of Moscow. In response to recurring aerial incursions, Moscow established three concentric air defense rings around Moscow and Saint Petersburg. Zelensky noted these defenses required reallocating systems from other sectors, adding that Russian interceptor supplies will ultimately be exhausted.

Sources: ANSA, Corriere della Sera, Il Messaggero, La Repubblica, La Stampa.