12 Killed in Russian Strikes on Ukraine, Indian Citizen Among Victims

An Indian citizen was among 12 people killed after Russia launched a wave of missiles and drones at Kyiv and the surrounding region overnight, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Tuesday. The latest attack marked the sixth consecutive day of Russian strikes on Kyiv and nearby areas, according to the Ukrainian president. The continued attacks have added to concerns over the safety of civilians as the Russia, Ukraine war continues. The strikes reportedly hit several parts of Kyiv and the surrounding region, with residential buildings, a railway depot and other civilian infrastructure among the locations affected. The attacks also triggered fires in parts of the city, while strikes elsewhere in Ukraine disrupted essential services and left thousands of people without power. The reported death of an Indian citizen has brought the consequences of the ongoing conflict closer to India, highlighting the risks faced by Indian nationals who are present in or connected to the war affected region. Ukrainian authorities have been assessing the damage caused by the overnight strikes and responding to the reported casualties and disruption. Details surrounding the identity and circumstances of the Indian citizen’s death are expected to emerge as authorities continue their verification. The latest bombardment comes amid continued Russian and Ukrainian military operations, with both sides carrying out attacks involving missiles and drones during the conflict. The repeated strikes on Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities have continued to place civilians and civilian infrastructure at risk, while the wider war remains unresolved. The reported toll of 12 deaths, including an Indian citizen, underscores the continuing human cost of the conflict and the impact of the fighting beyond Ukraine border.