Kyiv, Ukraine A wave of Russian drone and missile strikes hammered Ukraine for a second consecutive night, leaving a trail of devastation and prompting strong words from President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Ukrainian officials reported at least 12 deaths and numerous injuries as a result of the attacks, which targeted the capital city of Kyiv and other regions across the country.
The attacks, which occurred early Sunday, involved a barrage of missiles and drones, overwhelming Ukrainian air defenses in some areas. Emergency services are working to rescue survivors trapped in the rubble and provide medical assistance to the injured.
President Zelenskyy addressed the nation, expressing his outrage over the attacks and directly criticizing the United States for its perceived silence on the matter. "We need stronger condemnation from our allies," Zelenskyy stated. "Silence is complicity."
The United States has yet to issue an official statement regarding the latest attacks. The situation remains tense as Ukraine braces for potential further escalation of the conflict.
Ukraine Reels After Russian Strikes; Zelenskyy Criticizes U.S. Response
Kyiv and other Ukrainian regions endured another night of intense Russian attacks using drones and missiles. At least 12 people are confirmed dead, with dozens more injured. President Zelenskyy has publicly criticized the United States for what he perceives as a lack of strong condemnation of the attacks. The strikes mark the second consecutive night of escalated conflict.
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