Russia Launches Missile Attack on Kyiv as Ukraine Reports 31 Dead in Strike

Russian forces launched a coordinated missile attack on Kyiv, targeting civilian areas and infrastructure. The strike caused widespread destruction, with at least 31 people confirmed dead and numerous injuries. Ukrainian officials reported that the attack was part of a broader Russian effort to advance toward the capital. The Ukrainian military responded with counterstrikes, targeting Russian supply lines and positions in the region. The Guardian reported that the death toll from the Kyiv strike rose to 31, citing Ukrainian officials. Russian state media claimed the attack was a precision strike on military targets, denying civilian casualties. Ukrainian authorities have not yet confirmed the number of casualties, but have stated that the attack was a deliberate attempt to destabilize the city. Both sides have continued to exchange artillery and missile fire in the days following the incident.