A Russian drone and missile strike on the Ukrainian capital Kyiv has killed at least one person and injured seven others, city officials say. Early on Saturday morning, residential buildings in several districts were hit and loud explosions could be heard across the city.
Kyiv's mayor Vitaly Klitschko reported that a 13-year-old child was among the injured, with four individuals transported to the hospital. This attack follows a similar assault earlier in the week, which resulted in seven fatalities. The recent bombardment coincided with preparations by Ukrainian negotiators for talks with U.S. officials regarding an amended peace plan.
Kyiv's military administration head, Tymur Tkachenko, confirmed the strike hit multiple targets on the city's outskirts. Enemy drones are over the city, with air defense responding, he stated via Telegram, reporting one death and seven injuries, including a child. The body of a man was located in the Sviatoshynskyi district, while two women were injured in Brovary to the east of Kyiv, emphasizing the targeted nature of the strikes against residential areas.
As emergency services responded to the damage, Klitschko noted fires ignited in a high-rise apartment building west of the city center, alongside corrective efforts in other districts. This incident reflects the ongoing cycle of violence, with both sides experiencing significant casualties in recent confrontations.
Amidst the military conflict, U.S. President Donald Trump has been advocating for acceptance of a draft peace plan skewed towards Russian demands. However, subsequent amendments have emerged from negotiations between U.S. and Ukrainian delegations, as both parties aim for a resolution.
During a recent address, President Putin reiterated his conditions for a ceasefire, demanding that Ukrainian troops withdraw from territories claimed by Moscow. Furthermore, a U.S. delegation is expected to arrive in Moscow next week to further the discussions surrounding the peace proposal. Ukrainian President Zelensky has also expressed optimism regarding these negotiations, aiming for guarantees that could pave the path to peace.
Kyiv's mayor Vitaly Klitschko reported that a 13-year-old child was among the injured, with four individuals transported to the hospital. This attack follows a similar assault earlier in the week, which resulted in seven fatalities. The recent bombardment coincided with preparations by Ukrainian negotiators for talks with U.S. officials regarding an amended peace plan.
Kyiv's military administration head, Tymur Tkachenko, confirmed the strike hit multiple targets on the city's outskirts. Enemy drones are over the city, with air defense responding, he stated via Telegram, reporting one death and seven injuries, including a child. The body of a man was located in the Sviatoshynskyi district, while two women were injured in Brovary to the east of Kyiv, emphasizing the targeted nature of the strikes against residential areas.
As emergency services responded to the damage, Klitschko noted fires ignited in a high-rise apartment building west of the city center, alongside corrective efforts in other districts. This incident reflects the ongoing cycle of violence, with both sides experiencing significant casualties in recent confrontations.
Amidst the military conflict, U.S. President Donald Trump has been advocating for acceptance of a draft peace plan skewed towards Russian demands. However, subsequent amendments have emerged from negotiations between U.S. and Ukrainian delegations, as both parties aim for a resolution.
During a recent address, President Putin reiterated his conditions for a ceasefire, demanding that Ukrainian troops withdraw from territories claimed by Moscow. Furthermore, a U.S. delegation is expected to arrive in Moscow next week to further the discussions surrounding the peace proposal. Ukrainian President Zelensky has also expressed optimism regarding these negotiations, aiming for guarantees that could pave the path to peace.
