July 8th 2024.
A devastating missile attack by Russian forces has left a trail of destruction and chaos in Ukraine. According to officials, at least 20 people have been killed and over 50 injured in the barrage, with one of the missiles hitting a children's hospital in the capital city of Kyiv. Emergency crews are currently combing through the rubble in search of casualties.
The attack, which targeted five Ukrainian cities, involved more than 40 missiles of different types, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The strikes hit apartment buildings and public infrastructure, causing widespread damage and loss of life. In Kryvyi Rih, 10 people were killed and 37 injured, in what the head of city administration described as a massive attack.
At the Okhmatdyt children's hospital in Kyiv, rescuers are working tirelessly to find survivors under the partially collapsed wing of the facility. Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko reported that at least 16 people, including 7 children, were injured in the attack. He also took to social media to condemn the actions of Russia and call for global attention to the situation.
Vsevolod Dorofieiev, a senior instructor of a volunteer medical unit, confirmed that there were fatalities but did not provide further details. The attack has come at a critical time, on the eve of a NATO summit in Washington where discussions will be held on how to support and reassure Ukraine, as well as bring an end to the ongoing conflict.
The children's hospital in Kyiv was not the only target of the missile attack. Several other buildings, including residential and medical facilities, were hit by the barrage. The intensive care unit, operating theatres, and oncology departments of the hospital were all damaged, forcing the evacuation of patients and staff. Volunteers and emergency crews worked tirelessly to search for survivors and provide aid to those injured.
The attack has sparked outrage and condemnation from the international community, with many calling it a war crime. The Ukrainian Security Service has opened criminal proceedings against Russia for their actions, and evidence of a Russian Kh-101 cruise missile was found at the site. The Kh-101 is known for its ability to fly low and avoid detection by radar systems.
The Russian Defence Ministry has denied targeting any civilian facilities and claimed that the damage seen in Kyiv was caused by a Ukrainian air defense missile. However, this has been refuted by officials in Kyiv and Associated Press reporting on the ground. The attack has caused widespread devastation and loss of life, with many buildings destroyed and several electricity substations damaged.
The Ukrainian air force also reported the use of advanced Russian weapons, including the Kinzhal hypersonic missiles. These missiles fly at 10 times the speed of sound, making them difficult to intercept. The attacks have caused panic and chaos in the city, with buildings shaking from the blasts and many people caught in the streets.
The Ukrainian government, as well as the international community, have condemned the attack and called for an end to the conflict. The situation remains tense, and officials are still assessing the full extent of the damage and casualties. This attack serves as a reminder of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and the urgent need for a peaceful resolution.
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