Ukraine war: Russia strikes Kyiv again, at least 15 dead

Russia launched a significant air assault on Ukraine's capital, Kyiv, and its surrounding regions early Wednesday, resulting in at least 15 civilian deaths and 27 injuries. The attack, which occurred while an air alert was in effect for over an hour, caused widespread destruction, including the collapse of several buildings and fires at warehouse facilities.

Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko reported on Telegram that four of the injured are in critical condition. He also noted that a warehouse near the city center was destroyed, and rescue teams were working to extract individuals from the rubble. This latest strike marks another escalation in Russia's recent intensified targeting of Kyiv, which has been subjected to multiple attacks over the past month.

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At least 15 people died and 27 were injured in the attack. Four of the injured are in critical condition.

The civilian toll in Ukraine has been particularly high in recent weeks. According to a UN report, June saw the highest number of civilian deaths and injuries since April 2022, with at least 293 civilians killed across Ukraine during that month. The rescue operations following Wednesday's attack were ongoing.

These attacks underscore the ongoing intensity of the conflict and its devastating impact on civilian populations. The repeated strikes on Kyiv highlight Russia's continued efforts to target key infrastructure and population centers within Ukraine.

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One warehouse building was destroyed near the city center, and rescue personnel pulled two people from the rubble.