In a series of devastating airstrikes, Russia has targeted Kyiv and other cities, resulting in the deaths of at least 15 individuals, including an American citizen. The assault, described as one of the most horrific attacks of the ongoing Ukraine war, involved massive missile and drone strikes that injured dozens more. Ukrainian officials reported that the attacks lasted for nine hours, leading to widespread destruction in residential areas. The incident has reignited discussions about the need for increased support from international allies as fears of a prolonged conflict loom.