KYIV, Ukraine — A large-scale Russian missile and drone attack on Ukraine’s capital, Kyiv, has killed at least 10 people and injured 46 others, according to reports, in one of the deadliest assaults on the city in recent weeks. The attack came on the eve of a NATO summit, where Ukraine’s security and continued Western support are expected to be key topics of discussion.
Emergency crews worked through the wreckage of damaged apartment buildings as rescuers searched for survivors trapped beneath collapsed structures. Several residential neighborhoods sustained significant damage after missiles and drones struck the city overnight.
According to Al Jazeera, correspondent Audrey MacAlpine reported from the scene of one of the destroyed residential buildings, describing extensive devastation caused by the strike. She said emergency responders were continuing rescue operations as families searched for loved ones and authorities assessed the full extent of the destruction.
The latest bombardment underscores Russia’s continued use of combined missile and drone attacks against Ukrainian cities despite ongoing international diplomatic efforts to end the war. Ukrainian officials have accused Moscow of deliberately targeting civilian infrastructure, while Russia has consistently maintained that its strikes are aimed at military-related targets.
The attack comes at a critical moment as leaders from the North Atlantic Treaty Organization prepare to meet for a summit expected to focus heavily on Ukraine’s defense needs, military assistance, and long-term security guarantees. The timing of the assault is likely to intensify discussions among alliance members over continued support for Kyiv.
Rescue and recovery efforts remained underway as authorities warned that the casualty toll could rise while crews continue searching through the debris.
According to Al Jazeera, reporter Audrey MacAlpine said the residential building where she was reporting had suffered severe damage, highlighting the human toll of the overnight strike as emergency personnel worked tirelessly to locate survivors.