**Russia’s Brutal Attack Leaves 9 Dead in Kyiv Region**
In a devastating turn of events, at least nine people have been killed and several injured in a Russian missile and drone attack in the Kyiv region early on Monday morning. The interior minister, Ihor Klymenko, confirmed the tragic news via social media.
The attack was not limited to just one area, as residential buildings, hospitals, and sports infrastructure were all hit. Tragically, six of those killed were residents of a high-rise building in Kyiv’s capital, according to Mayor Vitali Klitschko. The city’s military administration reported 33 injuries.
This latest barrage marks the culmination of Russia’s intensified air attacks on Ukrainian cities over recent weeks. As many as 352 Russian drones and 16 missiles targeted Ukrainian territory, mostly in the Kyiv area, according to the Ukrainian air force.
**Eyewitness Accounts Revealed**
One resident, Valeriy Mankuta, narrowly escaped his apartment by climbing out of the window after their building was hit by a missile. He described waking up “in the rubble” with bricks on him and something stuck in his mouth. Another resident, Natalia Marshavska, recounted hearing a drone buzzing above her apartment before it exploded, sending shattering windows and causing chaos.
**Increased Tensions**
This attack comes as tensions between Russia and Ukraine continue to escalate. President Volodymyr Zelensky has been working tirelessly to secure military support from the international community, including a meeting with UK PM Keir Starmer in London on Monday. Zelensky emphasized that Russian strikes are deliberate and targeted.
Ukraine’s air defences have struggled to keep up with Russia’s tactics, which include sending large waves of missiles, drones, and decoys designed to overwhelm Ukrainian forces. Many thousands of Kyiv residents were forced into shelters as drones flew overhead and explosions shook the city.
**Humanitarian Crisis Deepens**
This is not an isolated incident; last week’s attack on Kyiv left at least 28 people dead and over 100 injured. The capital still reeling from these attacks, with schools, universities, and metro stations damaged or destroyed.
The humanitarian crisis deepens as diplomatic efforts to end the three-year war stall. No new talks have been scheduled between Russia and Ukraine since direct talks finished almost three weeks ago with limited agreements on prisoner exchanges and the return of dead bodies.
**International Reactions**
As the world watches this unfolding tragedy, leaders from around the globe continue to express support for Ukraine. President Zelensky is set to attend a dinner during a NATO summit in the Netherlands, where he will likely push for continued military aid.
The international community must come together to condemn these brutal attacks and work towards a peaceful resolution to this devastating conflict.
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