Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in a post has confirmed the extensive attack from Russian forces on Kyiv overnight, employing 352 drones and 16 missiles, resulting in at least seven deaths.

The assault targeted civilian infrastructure including residential areas, leading to significant damage and injuries.

President Zelenskyy condemned Russia silence over the attack especially on residential areas that is of no military value to the country, while he mourned with the victims’ families.

 His statement posted on X on Monday listing the damages done and the mode of attack read: “Today, Moscow is silent after the Russian army carried out a completely cynical strike using Russian-Iranian Shahed drones and missiles against civilian infrastructure in Kyiv and other cities and communities of ours. In Kyiv alone, 5 apartment buildings were damaged — ordinary residential homes.

“So far, 6 people have been reported killed. Another person was killed in Bila Tserkva, Kyiv region, where a Shahed struck a hospital. My condolences to all their families and loved ones.

“Rescuers are currently clearing the rubble and providing assistance wherever it is needed.

“The strike damaged sites in four regions. In total, 352 drones were launched, including 159 Shaheds just overnight, along with 16 missiles. Preliminary reports indicate that ballistic weapons from North Korea were also used.

“A large number of drones and missiles were shot down by our air defenders — but not all. And everyone in countries neighbouring Russia, Iran, and North Korea should be thinking carefully about whether they could protect lives if this coalition of murderers persists and continues spreading their terror.” He added

The Ukrainian president promised to up on the country’s security and defense while he hope to negotiate step to increase more pressure on Russia during his visit to United Kingdom on Monday, in order to put an end to the war.

” We will also be negotiating new and powerful steps to increase pressure on Russia for this war and to put an end to the strikes.” He assured

Many Kyiv residents are currently sheltering in the metro because of the Russian attack.

By; Adeoye Olorunseun Elizabeth