"Russia Launches Devastating Nighttime Strike on Ukraine, Leaving 5 Dead"

At Least 5 Dead in Large-Scale Nighttime Russian Strike on Ukraine A devastating nighttime attack by Russia on Ukraine has resulted in the deaths of at least five civilians, according to officials. The assault, which began overnight into Sunday, October 5, saw Moscow launch over 50 ballistic missiles and around 500 drones into nine regions across Ukraine. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the attack targeted civilian infrastructure, leading to widespread damage and destruction. "The enemy's goal is to cause as much harm as possible to our people," he said in a statement on Sunday morning. The Ukrainian Emergency Service reported that four residential buildings were damaged in the city of Zaporizhzhia, with one building completely destroyed. According to the Ukrainian authorities, the attack was carried out using drones, missiles, and guided aerial bombs. The scale of the assault is unprecedented, with officials stating that it is one of the largest nighttime attacks on Ukraine since the start of the conflict. The attack has sparked widespread condemnation from international leaders, who have called for an immediate end to the violence. "This latest attack by Russia on Ukraine is a stark reminder of the need for urgent action to bring about a peaceful resolution to this conflict," said a spokesperson for the European Union. In response to the attack, Ukrainian forces have been put on high alert, with officials warning that further strikes are possible. The international community has pledged its support to Ukraine, with many countries offering aid and assistance to those affected by the attack. The attack is the latest in a series of escalations in the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. The two nations have been at odds since 2014, when Russia annexed Crimea from Ukraine. Since then, fighting has continued in eastern Ukraine, with both sides accusing each other of aggression. As the situation continues to unfold, officials are urging calm and cautioning against speculation. "We urge all parties involved to exercise restraint and work towards a peaceful resolution," said a spokesperson for the United Nations. The international community is closely monitoring the situation, with many calling for an immediate end to the violence. As the conflict continues to escalate, one thing is clear: the people of Ukraine are paying the price for this senseless war. Attribution: According to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's statement on Sunday morning. The Ukrainian Emergency Service reported that four residential buildings were damaged in the city of Zaporizhzhia. Officials stated that it is one of the largest nighttime attacks on Ukraine since the start of the conflict, according to the Ukrainian authorities. A spokesperson for the European Union said, "This latest attack by Russia on Ukraine is a stark reminder of the need for urgent action to bring about a peaceful resolution to this conflict." A spokesperson for the United Nations said, "We urge all parties involved to exercise restraint and work towards a peaceful resolution." This story was compiled from reports by NPR Politics and NPR News.