Russian Ballistic Strike on Kyiv: Tragic Toll

A Russian overnight ballistic attack on Kyiv claimed the lives of at least eight individuals, including a child. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy condemned the attack, emphasizing Russia's continuous choice of violence over negotiation, and called for intensified sanctions against Russia.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Kyiv | Updated: 28-08-2025 10:53 IST | Created: 28-08-2025 10:53 IST
Russian Ballistic Strike on Kyiv: Tragic Toll
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An overnight Russian ballistic attack on Kyiv has resulted in the deaths of at least eight people, among them a child, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy reported Thursday.

Following the tragic event, President Zelenskiy took to X, previously known as Twitter, expressing condemnation of Russia's choice for ballistic aggression over peaceful negotiation. He implored the international community to impose further sanctions on Russia.

"Russia chooses ballistics instead of the negotiating table," stated Zelenskiy, highlighting the ongoing violence and urging for an intensified global response.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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