Two-year-old girl dies following drone attack in Kyiv's Obolon district – mayor
A two-year-old girl who was injured in Obolon district of the city of Kyiv as a result of a UAV falling has died, Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko said.
Russian drone attacks resulted in the deaths of at least 27 individuals near Kyiv, Ukraine's capital, according to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The strike targeted a warehouse in the village of Myla, located close to Kyiv. The assault damaged residential structures, including a facility for elderly individuals and those with disabilities.
Over 370 people have been evacuated, with ongoing assistance from emergency services. The warehouse was reportedly storing ammunition, as indicated by the ensuing detonation and a subsequent police investigation into the improper storage of ordnance near residential areas. Criminal proceedings have been initiated for negligence.
Zelenskyy emphasized that those responsible must answer for their actions. Russia has been relentlessly attacking Kyiv using "virtually nonstop attacks from jet-powered drones." In a separate video message, Zelenskyy highlighted Ukraine's need to accelerate the production of interceptors to counter the Iranian-designed, jet-powered Shahed drones.
In reaction to the heightened assaults, Ukraine intends to launch 1,000 long-range drones into Russia daily, compared to the present average of 300. Zelenskyy announced plans to intensify drone strikes on Russia to amplify the country's burden. Kyiv's deployment of long-range drones, which strike deep into Russia, has provided Ukraine with a significant advantage in the conflict, allowing it to disrupt the nation's economy and logistics.
Zelenskyy also mentioned indications of Russia's faltering economy, such as the nation importing gasoline—an uncommon move for a major oil exporter. Additionally, Zelenskyy shared insights from recent discussions between American representatives and Ukraine, following CIA Director John Ratcliffe's unanticipated visit to Moscow. Ratcliffe had cautioned Russian officials against escalating the conflict with America's NATO allies. Zelenskyy expressed gratitude to the U.S. for maintaining a constructive dialogue with Russia.
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