Zelensky condemns 'vile' large-scale Russian attacks that killed 24
Russia launched a massive attack on Ukraine, killing at least 24 people, including children, and damaging industrial facilities and energy infrastructure. President Volodymyr Zelensky described the strikes as one of Russia's 'most vile' attacks. The attacks hit apartment buildings, killing residents as they slept.
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- ✓ At least 24 people were killed in the Russian attacks on Ukraine.
- ✓ The attacks damaged industrial facilities and energy infrastructure.
- ✓ President Volodymyr Zelensky described the strikes as one of Russia's 'most vile' attacks.
- ✓ Children were among the victims of the attacks.
What changed
The death toll from the Russian attacks has been revised to at least 24, with multiple sources confirming the number of fatalities.
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Zelensky condemns 'vile' large-scale Russian attacks that killed 24
Russia launched a massive attack on Ukraine, killing at least 24 people, including children, and damaging industrial facilities and energy infrastructure. President Volodymyr Zelensky described the strikes as one of Russia's 'most vile' attacks. The attacks hit apartment buildings, killing residents as they slept.
Why it matters
The attacks are part of the ongoing war in Ukraine, which has seen increased Russian aggression in recent months. The strikes have caused widespread destruction and loss of life, with many civilians affected. The international community has condemned Russia's actions, and Ukraine has called for increased support.
What is confirmed
- At least 24 people were killed in the Russian attacks on Ukraine.
- The attacks damaged industrial facilities and energy infrastructure.
- President Volodymyr Zelensky described the strikes as one of Russia's 'most vile' attacks.
- Children were among the victims of the attacks.
Still unconfirmed
- Russia bombed an apartment block as a birthday gift for Putin.
What to watch next
- Further updates on the death toll and damage from the attacks
- International response to the attacks
- Russia's military strategy and future actions
confidence 85%Sources used for this update (11)
- Reuters — Russia strikes Ukraine's Kyiv in fresh wave of attacks
- Al Jazeera — At least two killed in Kyiv as Russia launches ‘massive’ attack on Ukraine
- ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos — Russia hits Ukrainian apartment buildings in deadly overnight strike, Zelenskyy says
- BBC — Ukraine: At least 15 dead after large-scale Russian strikes
- The Guardian — Ukraine says Russia bombed apartment block as birthday gift for Putin
- www.bbc.com — Children killed while they slept as Russian missile kills 19 in block of flats
- www.theguardian.com — Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy condemns ‘vile’ attacks from ...
- www.themoscowtimes.com — At Least 24 Killed in Ukraine, Zelensky Condemns One of Russia's Most 'Vile Strikes'
- www.arise.tv — Zelenskiy Condemns ‘Vile’ Russian Strike As Ukraine Death Toll Hits 32
- www.myjoyonline.com — Zelensky condemns 'vile' large-scale Russian attacks that killed 15 - MyJoyOnline
- www.europesays.com — Zelensky condemns 'vile' large-scale Russian attacks that ...
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