NATO Urged to Defend Ukraine’s Children from Ballistic Terror, Says Foreign Minister

Andrii Sybiha’s Reaction to the Attack on Kyiv

According to МЗС: Ukraine’s Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha has spoken out following a devastating Russian missile strike on Kyiv, which occurred just ahead of the NATO summit in Ankara. According to Sybiha, more than 20 ballistic missiles were launched during the assault, resulting in at least 11 deaths and dozens of injuries-including children. Residential apartment buildings were hit, and rescue teams pulled a family of three-a mother, father, and child-from the rubble, all deceased. Search and rescue operations are still underway.

Describing the night as 'horrific,' Sybiha called it 'one of the most brutal attacks using dozens of ballistic missiles.' He stressed that Russian terrorists deliberately targeted sleeping civilians, aiming to inflict maximum casualties. This latest barrage underscores the daily dangers faced by Ukrainian families, even as diplomatic meetings take place abroad.

“Protect Ukrainian children from Russian ballistic terror!”

Andrii Sybiha

Sybiha emphasized the urgent need to strengthen Ukraine’s air defense capabilities, specifically calling for the delivery of PAC-3 missiles, which he noted 'were designed precisely to protect people from such barbarism.' He argued that the message to world leaders traveling to Ankara must be unequivocal: 'There is no more pressing task.' The minister highlighted that Ukraine is the only country in the world facing weekly ballistic attacks. 'For us, time is measured in human lives,' he added, underscoring the critical urgency of all air defense decisions.

Ukraine’s Dire Situation

This attack highlights the extreme danger facing Ukraine’s civilian population amid the ongoing armed conflict. The urgent call for enhanced air defenses and greater international support sends a powerful signal to NATO leaders attending the summit. These latest events could shape future decisions on military aid to Ukraine, a crucial factor in countering Russian aggression.

The recent missile strike on Kyiv has intensified calls for immediate international support, as highlighted by Ukraine’s Foreign Minister's urgent plea for air defense systems. This incident underscores the critical need for enhanced protective measures to safeguard civilians, particularly children, from ongoing threats amidst the conflict.