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Russian missile and drone attack on Kyiv kills at least four

France 24 7h ago 2 newsrooms in 2 countries

A massive Russian missile and drone attack on Kyiv and its surrounding region killed at least four people and wounded more than a dozen overnight, Ukrainian officials said Tuesday, as children prepared to return to school amid heightened fears of further strikes.

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Why it matters: The strike occurred as children prepared to return to school, indicating civilian areas remain under attack during resumed normal activities in the capital.
Most affected: Residents of Kyiv and surrounding region — Direct casualties from overnight strikes; schools operating under threat of further attacks.
Families with school-age children — Children returning to school amid heightened risk of missile and drone strikes.
Likely next: Whether the reported casualty toll is revised, and whether schools proceed with reopening as scheduled.

Russian missile and drone attack on Kyiv kills at least four

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