Kyiv Drone Attack: Baby Among Two Killed
- At least two people, including a one-year-old baby, were killed and 11 injured in a Russian drone attack on Kyiv, Ukraine, overnight on June 16, 2024, according to...
- Kyiv Military Management Head Tymur Tkachenko reported on Sunday,June 16,2024,that the body of a one-year-old baby was recovered from rubble following the drone strike.
- President Zelenskyy's hometown, Kryvyi rih, was also a target of the overnight attacks.
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Russian Drone Attacks on Kyiv and Kryvyi Rih Result in Civilian casualties
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Updated September 7, 2025, 04:42:54 AM EDT
Overview of Recent Attacks
At least two people, including a one-year-old baby, were killed and 11 injured in a Russian drone attack on Kyiv, Ukraine, overnight on June 16, 2024, according to local officials. The attacks also targeted Kryvyi Rih, the hometown of President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, damaging three infrastructure facilities. Air raid sirens sounded across all Ukrainian regions during the night.
Details of the Kyiv Attack
Kyiv Military Management Head Tymur Tkachenko reported on Sunday,June 16,2024,that the body of a one-year-old baby was recovered from rubble following the drone strike. A young woman is also believed to have been killed in the attack. Details regarding the specific types of drones used and the extent of the damage are still emerging, but initial reports indicate strikes on residential areas.
Kryvyi Rih Infrastructure targeted
President Zelenskyy’s hometown, Kryvyi rih, was also a target of the overnight attacks. three infrastructure facilities sustained damage, though the precise nature of these facilities and the extent of the damage have not been fully disclosed as of June 16, 2024. This attack highlights Russia’s continued focus on disrupting Ukraine’s critical infrastructure.
Broader Context: The Ongoing Conflict
The attacks are part of a larger pattern of Russian military actions in Ukraine, which began with the annexation of Crimea in 2014 and escalated with the full-scale invasion in February 2022. As of September 7, 2025, Russia controls approximately 20% of Ukrainian territory, including Crimea. The conflict has resulted in a significant humanitarian crisis, with millions of Ukrainians displaced and thousands of civilian casualties.
| Territory Control (as of Sept 7, 2025) | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Russian-Controlled Territory | ~20% |
| Ukrainian-Controlled Territory | ~80% |
international Response
The attacks have drawn condemnation from international leaders and organizations. The United States, the European Union, and NATO have all reiterated thier support for Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. Further sanctions against Russia and increased military aid to Ukraine are likely responses.
Timeline of Key Events
- 2014: Russia annexes Crimea following a pro-Russian uprising.
- february 2022: russia launches a full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
- June 16