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EU ambassador Mathernova now sleeps in her bathroom amid Kyiv strikes

Regular Russian strikes on Kyiv have forced European Union Ambassador to Ukraine Katarina Mathernova to stop sleeping in her bed, and she now sleeps on a mattress in her bathroom, which she considers the safest spot in her hotel room, she said in a Facebook post on Sept. 1.

EU ambassador Mathernova now sleeps in her bathroom amid Kyiv strikes

European Union Ambassador Katarina Mathernova is now sleeping on a mattress in her bathroom instead of her bed after Russian strikes on Kyiv intensified. Mathernova shared her experience on Facebook, stating that the bathroom has become the safest place in her hotel room. The ambassador expressed exhaustion and fear due to the constant threat of attacks.

Despite the dangers, Mathernova remains committed to her mission in Ukraine, emphasizing her love for Kyiv and admiration for the country. However, she highlighted the need for people to have the chance to sleep peacefully amidst the ongoing conflict. On September 1, Russia launched a massive strike on Kyiv and the surrounding region using ballistic missiles and drones, causing significant damage to infrastructure and infrastructure facilities.

The attack resulted in the death of 12 people, including an Indian national. Ukraine's Air Force reported that Russia launched ballistic and cruise missiles along with almost 200 drones, with 10 ballistic and cruise missiles, two Bandery-type munitions, and 187 drones being neutralized by air defenses. The strikes targeted 28 locations, with debris falling in 10 additional locations.

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