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KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — A missile strike on a residential building in Kyiv has resulted in the deaths of 24 individuals, among them three children, as reported
by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Friday. The attack occurred on Thursday and is part of what the Ukrainian air force described as Russia's most extensive missile barrage since the onset of its invasion, with emergency workers completing their search through the rubble after more than a day.
Details of the Attack
The nine-story building was struck by a cruise missile, which hit the corner block during a significant escalation of military action aimed primarily at the Ukrainian capital. President Zelenskyy stated that the assault left 48 people injured, including two children.Day of Mourning
In response to the tragedy, Kyiv observed an official day of mourning on Friday to honor the victims of the attack.Missile Production Insights
President Zelenskyy indicated that the cruise missile involved in the attack was manufactured in the second quarter of this year, a conclusion drawn from Ukrainian experts' analysis of the wreckage.He emphasized that this development suggests Russia continues to import components and resources for missile production, circumventing global sanctions. Zelenskyy asserted that addressing Russia’s evasion of sanctions should be a priority for international partners.
