Summary
Russian attacks killed four people in Kyiv and nearby areas, including a child, as Ukraine’s air defenses struggled to stop the attacks. Meanwhile, Ukraine struck an oil refinery in Russia, causing injuries and fires.
Key Facts
- Four people died in Russian missile and drone attacks in Kyiv and its surrounding region, including a 3-year-old child.
- A family home in the Brovary district northeast of Kyiv was destroyed by multiple Russian drones.
- Kyiv’s air defenses intercepted most but not all of the 151 drones launched by Russia overnight.
- The Russian attack involved six ballistic missiles along with other guided missiles.
- Ukraine’s air force reported downing around 5,300 drones and missiles in one month, about 60% of the total launched by Russia.
- Ukraine struck the Ilsky Oil Refinery in Russia’s Krasnodar region, injuring five people and causing a fire.
- Ukraine is working to improve its air defense by seeking more missile ammunition, local production, or permission to use satellite systems for targeting within Russia.
- President Zelenskyy has called for increased sanctions to stop the production of ballistic missiles and improve anti-missile defenses.
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