Russian Drone and Missile Attack Kills 12 Civilians Across 13 Ukraine Regions

On the night of May 25, Ukraine endured a massive and intense Russian missile and drone attack affecting 13 regions including Kyiv, resulting in at least 12 deaths and over 60 injuries, with children among the victims. Ukrainian air defenses successfully shot down 45 missiles and neutralized 266 drones out of nearly 300 drones and 69 missiles launched, marking the largest single drone assault to date. In Kyiv, multiple buildings including a student dormitory and private homes were damaged or destroyed, with fires sparked by falling debris and drone fragments; emergency services continue to work at the impacted sites. The attacks coincided with a prisoner swap between Russia and Ukraine and represented some of the most severe aerial assaults since the beginning of the conflict. Officials from Ukraine’s Interior Ministry and city authorities emphasized ongoing rescue, evacuation, and investigation efforts, while warning residents to avoid debris that may contain explosives. The scale and persistence of the strikes underscore the ongoing intensity of the conflict despite diplomatic efforts.