In a series of devastating attacks, Russian forces have targeted Kyiv with drones and missiles, leading to a rising death toll. Reports indicate that at least 18 individuals have been killed, including American volunteers, and dozens more injured in what is described as a massive aerial assault on the Ukrainian capital. The situation remains dire as officials seek to account for the impact of these strikes on civilian infrastructure. The international community, including the UN, has condemned these actions, highlighting the increasing frequency and severity of Russian assaults. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy has criticized these attacks as deliberate choices by Russia to inflict harm.