The death toll from a Russian missile strike on an apartment building in Kyiv has risen to 24, Ukrainian authorities reported on Friday. The attack, which occurred in a residential neighborhood, has left dozens injured and rescue crews still searching through the rubble.
Officials on Site
Ukraine's Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko and Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko visited the heavily damaged building on Friday, walking through the yard as emergency workers continued their efforts. The strike is part of ongoing Russian military actions targeting the capital.
Rescue Operations Continue
Emergency services have been working around the clock to locate survivors and recover victims. The number of casualties is expected to rise as crews clear debris. Local authorities have urged residents to stay in shelters during air raid warnings.
The attack underscores the persistent threat to civilian infrastructure in Ukraine's cities, even as the war continues into its third year. International condemnation has been swift, with calls for accountability and increased support for Ukraine's air defense systems.
