Ukraine faces widespread Russian strikes as diplomatic tensions escalate over missile production

Emergency teams in Ukraine are conducting rescue operations following wide-ranging overnight Russian missile and drone strikes on civilian infrastructure across Kyiv, Odesa, and Chernihiv. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed 13 deaths and 40 injuries in the capital area.

The offensive followed a strike on a Kryvyi Rih shopping center that resulted in 15 deaths and 130 injuries. EU Foreign Policy Chief Kaja Kallas condemned the action, stating it "shows the depravity of Russia," while Zelensky appealed to UN Secretary-General António Guterres to help end the war.

Meanwhile, Ukrainian forces struck a major Lukoil oil refinery, and Russian officials stated efforts are underway regarding a potential prisoner exchange. In diplomatic developments, Moscow issued threats against the United Kingdom following London's approval of local Scalp missile manufacturing in Ukraine, while Italy reaffirmed its opposition to troop deployments or taking part in October multinational exercises.

Sources: ANSA, Corriere della Sera, La Repubblica.