Nine Killed in Kyiv in Intense Overnight Russian Drone and Missile Attack
On June 23, 2025, waves of Russian drones and missiles—352 UAVs and 16 missiles—pounded Kyiv, resulting in nine civilian fatalities and around 30 injuries. Ukraine's air-defense systems shot down the majority of these threats. Impact & Target Areas The Shevchenkivskyi district, a primarily residential zone, endured the heaviest damage: a five-story apartment partially collapsed, claiming nine lives . Across Kyiv, 34 people were wounded, including four children, while a subway entrance was also damaged . “Windows burst out, glass was flying everywhere,” resident Oleksii Pozychaniuk recounted. Defense & Response Ukraine’s air defenses intercepted 339 drones and 15 missiles, leaving only six to strike targets. Rescue teams continue searching for survivors, with firefighters and medics responding under distressing conditions. Context & Implications The barrage targeted mostly civilian infrastructure—homes, metro stations, and hospitals—fueling criticism of Russia’s “coalition of murderers” rhetoric. This attack […]
