June 15 Attack on Kyiv: 70 Missiles and 611 Drones Claim Lives

Massive Strike on Ukraine

According to РБК-Україна — Lite: In the early hours of June 15, Russia launched a large-scale assault on Ukraine, with Kyiv as the primary target. The attack killed at least five people and injured over 30, including two children. Emergency services reported 26 fires, along with damage to residential buildings and infrastructure. Among the destroyed sites were the High Anti-Corruption Court, a workshop at the Dovzhenko National Film Studio, a Nova Poshta sorting terminal, and the Dormition Cathedral of the Kyiv Pechersk Lavra.

Kyiv Under Fire

TV host Lesya Nikityuk, who was at home with her son during the night, was forced to take shelter in an underground parking garage three levels below ground. She described the ordeal:

“Level -3 of the parking garage. Everything is already filled with smoke. A terrifying night. And as experience has shown, even level -1 is extremely dangerous. What can I say? Even at level -3, we were breathing in burnt air. So don’t neglect your personal safety-take cover. And go as deep as you can.” - Lesya Nikityuk

According to the Ukrainian Air Force, Russia launched 70 missiles of various types and 611 attack and decoy drones. Air defense forces neutralized or suppressed 632 aerial targets, including 50 missiles and 582 drones. This strike on the capital represents another escalation in the conflict, with civilians bearing the brunt of the violence.

The attack underscores the intensifying violence in the region and the severe threats faced by civilians. It highlights the critical need for Ukrainian air defenses to continue effectively protecting the population from missile strikes. These events serve as a stark reminder of the importance of international support and conflict resolution efforts to prevent further civilian casualties.

The recent attack on Kyiv highlights the ongoing challenges faced by Ukraine's air defense systems. In a related incident, the Ukrainian forces successfully neutralized a significant portion of incoming threats during a massive Russian strike, managing to intercept 632 out of 671 aerial targets. This effectiveness is crucial as it underscores the importance of robust defense mechanisms in protecting civilians from escalating violence. For more details on the air defense operations, see how they responded to this latest assault during the recent massive strike.