Russian Attacks on Ukraine’s Kyiv Kill at Least 3, Strike Government Building

In a tragic escalation of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, Russian forces launched a massive airstrike on Kyiv, Ukraine’s capital, resulting in the deaths of at least three people and setting fire to a government building. The attack, which occurred early on Sunday, was described as the largest air strike on Ukraine since the beginning of the war.

Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko confirmed the devastating impact of the attack, stating that it sparked fires at several high-rise buildings in the capital. The Ukrainian Defense reported that Russia deployed 810 Shahed-type strike Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), 9 Iskander-K cruise missiles, and 4 Iskander-M ballistic missiles during the assault.

The assault on the government building in Kyiv marks a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict, with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky condemning the “ruthless attack” by Russia. The attack has drawn widespread condemnation and raised concerns about the intensification of hostilities in the region.

According to Reuters, this attack represents Russia’s largest air assault on Ukraine to date, further exacerbating the already dire humanitarian situation in the country. The New York Times reported that the strike broke through the most protected part of Kyiv, underscoring the severity of the situation.

The international community has expressed alarm and called for an immediate de-escalation of the conflict. The United Nations and various world leaders have condemned the attack and urged both parties to seek a peaceful resolution to the crisis.

As the situation continues to unfold, it is essential for all parties involved to prioritize dialogue and diplomacy to prevent further loss of life and devastation in the region. The conflict in Ukraine underscores the urgent need for a peaceful resolution and a commitment to upholding international law and human rights.

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References:
1. Al Jazeera – https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/9/7/russian-attacks-on-ukraines-kyiv-kill-at-least-3-strike-govt-building?traffic_source=rss
2. Reuters – https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiugFBVV95cUxNcFVmR2U5N0V2VWFwWkhqSGV4SXlSeER3Vm1jcEk1LVlvTGVPNGtrM1JmQk9LNXNOMWNJRXVXQlJQRnRXY1E4a2x0RHI1d2xaUXlQNWg3REd6RU0zOHVLVGo2UFdTaklfaFdtUlRPUlYtemRxYWFYd0UzMXZjLWlkQnlNMDRMUnNyZTVmNE4xRHRVblJEOHZoMXZzbXFISlIxdDRPVTlJXzZKTWZzSzdLR3QzOXJpTWo5YXc?oc=5&hl=en-US&gl=US&ceid=US:en
3. BBC – https://www.bbc.com/news/videos/cy04lx67e1eo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

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