Russia Launches Third Consecutive Night of Drone, Missile Attacks Across Ukraine

Russian forces have conducted air and drone attacks on Ukraine for three consecutive nights, targeting Kyiv and surrounding regions, causing damage to residential buildings and infrastructure, and injuring some civilians. The attacks included missile and drone strikes across multiple regions, including Kyiv, Odesa, Khmelnytskyi, and Zhytomyr, with at least 12 people killed, including children, as well as numerous drones and missiles intercepted by Ukrainian defenses. Ukrainian officials and European representatives condemned the aggression, with EU leaders calling for increased international pressure on Russia and stronger support for Ukraine, emphasizing that the attacks reflect Russia's intent to prolong the war and terrorize civilians. Despite the ongoing strikes, diplomatic efforts continue, including a prisoner swap agreed upon in Istanbul, highlighting the complex and escalating nature of the conflict. Russian authorities have not commented on the recent offensives, and the Kremlin continues to describe its actions as a "special military operation." The international community remains urged to respond decisively to the intensified Russian aggression.