Early this Saturday, Kyiv and its suburbs faced a massive barrage of drones and missiles, cutting off heating and electricity for more than 300,000 residents as temperatures hovered around 0°C. 🌬️
According to Kyiv's regional governor, Mykola Kalashnyk, the overnight assault killed a 47-year-old woman and wounded two dozen others. Bright flashes lit up the sky in shocking orange bursts as air alerts blared for hours. 🚨
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy slammed the strike as proof that Russia "does not want to end the war," noting the use of around 500 drones and 40 missiles—including hypersonic Kinzhal missiles and Shahed loitering drones. These terms might sound techy, but simply put, Kinzhals fly at incredible speeds, while Shaheds hover before diving onto targets. ⚡🛩️
A Third of Kyiv Left in the Cold
Ukraine's air force confirmed a nationwide alert as drones and missiles buzzed over several regions. Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha took to X to condemn "brutal attacks" as Russia's only reply to peace efforts.
With over 2,600 apartment blocks, 187 nurseries, and 138 schools now without heat, families are scrambling to stay warm. It’s a grim reminder of how conflict hits everyday life—imagine your neighbourhood plunging into darkness and cold overnight.
The attack comes just before President Zelenskyy’s meeting with US President Donald Trump in Florida this Sunday to discuss a proposed peace plan. Russia accused Zelenskyy and his EU backers of trying to "torpedo" the US-brokered proposal.
For young professionals in South and Southeast Asia, it's a stark example of modern warfare's reach: from hypersonic missiles to drone tech, and the ripple effects on civilians—reminding us why peace matters now more than ever. 🙏🌐
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Russian missile and drone attacks on Kyiv leave thousands without heat
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