Russian missiles and drones kill 11 and cause damage across Ukraine capital

Russian forces launched a large-scale missile and drone attack on Kyiv, resulting in 11 deaths and significant damage to residential and civilian infrastructure. Ukrainian officials have called for urgent international support to bolster air defense systems as the conflict intensifies.
Why it matters
The escalation of strikes on the capital highlights the ongoing volatility of the Russia-Ukraine war and the critical need for air defense resources to protect civilian populations.
KYIV, Ukraine — Russia launched a large-scale attack on Ukraine's capital overnight into Thursday that killed at least eight people and injured dozens as loud explosions shook Kyiv for hours.
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