Deadly Russian strikes hit Ukraine as Kyiv targets Lukoil refinery

Ukrainian emergency teams continue rescue operations following extensive overnight Russian missile and drone strikes across Kyiv, Odesa, and Chernihiv. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed at least 13 fatalities and 40 injuries, stating Russian forces combined various missile types to inflict maximum damage on civilian infrastructure.

The assault follows a strike on Ukraine's largest shopping center in Kryvyi Rih, which left 15 dead and 130 injured. European Union Foreign Policy Chief Kaja Kallas stated the attack "shows the depravity of Russia," while Zelensky appealed to UN Secretary-General António Guterres to act.

Meanwhile, Ukrainian forces targeted a major Lukoil refinery, and Moscow reported ongoing efforts toward a prisoner exchange. Amid rising tensions over London permitting local production of Scalp cruise missiles in Ukraine, Italy reaffirmed its refusal to deploy troops or participate in upcoming multinational maneuvers.

Sources: ANSA, Corriere della Sera, La Repubblica.