Russian Airstrike Kills 21 in Kyiv, Hits EU British Council Buildings

A massive wave of Russian drone and missile attacks on Kyiv resulted in at least 21 deaths, including four children, and significant damage to civilian infrastructure such as the European Union mission building and the British Council. The strikes, which involved over 600 drones and 30 missiles, were widely condemned internationally, with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer accusing President Vladimir Putin of sabotaging peace efforts, and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen threatening to extend sanctions. US President Donald Trump's special envoy Keith Kellogg emphasized that these attacks on residential areas and diplomatic missions threaten the peace that President Trump is pursuing. Poland's envoy described the strikes as brutal and unjust, highlighting the deliberate targeting of civilians and calling for increased support for Ukraine's defense. UNICEF also expressed horror over the deaths of children, underscoring the human toll of the attacks. The UK summoned the Russian ambassador in protest, while diplomatic efforts for peace talks face significant setbacks amid the ongoing violence.