Russian Drone and Missile Strikes Claim Six Lives, Wound 21 in Ukraine

Breaking News: Russian Drone and Missile Strikes on Ukrainian Cities Leave Six Dead At least six people, including two children, have been killed in intense Russian drone and missile strikes on Ukrainian cities, according to President Volodymyr Zelensky. Another 21 people were wounded in the attacks, which he said demonstrate Moscow's continued disregard for human life despite international pressure. The strikes, which targeted multiple areas in Kyiv, left buildings damaged and debris scattered across the city. The attacks occurred in the early hours of the morning, with the Ukrainian emergency service DSNS reporting multiple incidents of damage to residential and commercial buildings. The strikes were part of a larger pattern of Russian aggression, which has seen repeated attacks on Ukrainian cities and infrastructure. In response to the attacks, President Zelensky condemned the Russian actions, stating that they proved Moscow had not come under enough pressure to cease its war efforts. The Ukrainian military, meanwhile, claimed to have successfully targeted a Russian chemical plant in the Bryansk border region with UK-supplied Storm Shadow missiles. The strike, which was described as a "successful hit" that penetrated the Russian air defense system, targeted a plant that produces gunpowder, explosives, and rocket fuel components used in Russian military operations. The attack was seen as a significant blow to Russian military capabilities and a demonstration of Ukraine's ability to strike at key targets. The strikes come as US President Donald Trump announced that his plans for an imminent summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin had been shelved. Trump cited concerns that the meeting would be "wasted" and that Russia had not shown sufficient willingness to negotiate a ceasefire. The Kremlin, meanwhile, rejected calls for a ceasefire along the current front lines made by Trump and European leaders. The conflict between Russia and Ukraine has been ongoing for months, with both sides suffering significant losses. The international community has called for a peaceful resolution to the conflict, but so far, efforts have been unsuccessful. The latest attacks highlight the ongoing risks and uncertainties of the conflict and the need for a sustained international response to bring about a peaceful resolution. As the situation continues to unfold, the international community will be watching closely for any further developments. The Ukrainian military has vowed to continue defending its territory and its people, while the Russian government has shown no signs of backing down. The implications of this conflict are far-reaching and will have significant consequences for global security and stability. *This story is developing. Information compiled from Bbc reporting.*