Russian Attack Kyiv Fire Ukraine Government Building
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Large-scale Attack: Russia launched its largest aerial attack on Ukraine as the start of the war, using 805 drones and 13 missiles. Most were reportedly downed or jammed by Ukrainian forces. Kyiv Targeted: The attack heavily targeted kyiv, with strikes hitting residential areas and, significantly, a government building – Ukraine’s cabinet of ministers. This is the first time a government building in the city center has been damaged in the war.
Casualties: At least three people were killed,including a one-year-old child,and 18 were injured in Kyiv. Damage: A fire broke out on the roof of the cabinet of ministers building, causing damage to the upper floors. A nine-story apartment building also sustained heavy damage.
* Response: Ukraine’s Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko called for stronger sanctions against Russia, particularly on oil and gas, and emphasized the need for action beyond words.
