A quiet Saturday morning in Kyiv turned tragic when Russian drones and missiles struck residential neighbourhoods, killing one person and injuring seven others. The blasts echoed across the capital, jolting families awake as fires broke out in several apartment buildings.
Authorities said a 13-year-old child was among the injured. Some victims were taken to hospital while emergency crews worked to control fires and pull survivors from damaged buildings. In the Sviatoshynskyi district, rescuers recovered the body of a man from the debris, while two women were reported injured in nearby Brovary.
The attack unfolded just days after a similar strike that left seven dead, adding to the growing anxiety in the capital. It also came at a critical moment, as Ukrainian officials prepared to meet US negotiators over a revised peace proposal.
Despite ongoing diplomatic efforts, Russian forces continued to target residential areas. Kyiv’s military administration said multiple sites on the outskirts were hit, while air defence units fought off more incoming drones over the city.
The renewed bombardment landed against the backdrop of intense international discussions. Moscow has insisted that Ukraine withdraw from territories Russia claims, while negotiations between Ukraine and the United States continue over a draft peace plan that has undergone revisions.
Ukrainian leaders say they remain committed to talks that could secure peace and future safety guarantees, even as attacks on civilians persist.