BREAKING NEWS: Poland Scrambles Jets as Russian Strikes Kill 5 in Ukraine
At least five people have been killed and tens of thousands left without power after a series of intense Russian missile and drone attacks on Ukrainian areas overnight. The strikes targeted the western city of Lviv, with four members of one family, including a 15-year-old girl, killed by a strike in the village of Lapaivka.
Polish jets were scrambled to ensure the safety of Polish airspace, while Allied Nato aircraft were also deployed. Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed that Russia fired more than 50 missiles and around 500 attack drones during the overnight attacks.
The strikes have had a devastating impact on the region, with one person also killed in Zaporizhzhia. The family member injured in Lapaivka, along with two neighbours, are receiving medical treatment.
This is not the first time Russia has targeted Ukrainian areas near Poland, sparking concerns about the potential for escalation. However, it remains unclear what prompted the latest wave of attacks.
As the situation continues to unfold, Ukraine's President Zelensky has vowed to take all necessary measures to protect his country and its people. The international community is closely monitoring the developments, with many calling for an immediate end to the violence.
This is a developing story.
*This is a developing story. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Based on reporting from Bbc.*
