Russia carried out a missile and drone attack on Kyiv and its surrounding region overnight using a hypersonic Oreshnik ballistic missile, according to Ukrainian officials. The attack resulted in casualties, with reports varying on the death toll. Some sources reported at least two people killed, while others reported at least four people killed. Dozens more were injured in the assault.
The strike targeted multiple locations across Kyiv, including a water facility, a market, residential buildings, and schools, according to reports. Ukrainian officials stated that Russia used its nuclear-capable hypersonic Oreshnik ballistic missile in the attack on the capital. This marks at least the third time Russia has deployed this type of missile, according to sources.
Regional officials confirmed that a wave of Russian missile and drone strikes caused the casualties and damage. The hypersonic missile was specifically used to target Kyiv during the overnight assault.
France and Germany have condemned Moscow's use of the Oreshnik ballistic missile in the attack. French President Macron and the EU's Kallas both issued statements condemning the Russian strike on Ukraine.
The Oreshnik missile has been described as a powerful hypersonic weapon system. Russian forces have deployed this missile type multiple times during the ongoing conflict, according to the sources cited.
Left-leaning sources provided additional detail on the specific infrastructure and civilian locations hit during the assault, including the water facility, market, residential buildings, and schools. These sources also emphasized the international condemnation from European leaders.
Right-leaning sources focused on the missile's nuclear-capable designation and reported a lower casualty figure of at least two people killed, attributing the information to Ukrainian officials.
The attack on Kyiv represents a continuation of hostilities in the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Ukrainian officials have documented the use of hypersonic weapons in previous strikes on Ukrainian territory.
The casualty figures remain subject to ongoing assessment by regional authorities. Medical and emergency response teams continue to evaluate the full extent of injuries and damage from the assault.
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