Ukrainian officials reported that in Russian missile attacks on Kyiv, the capital of Ukraine, which occurred before dawn on Thursday, three people were killed, including a 9-year-old child and her mother, and damage was inflicted on apartments, schools, and a children's hospital. According to the Associated Press, the husband of a 33-year-old woman stated that she was killed by missile fragments while waiting with others to enter a shelter. In this regard, officials ordered an investigation into the locked doors of the shelter at the time of the Russian missile attack. Ukrainian officials say the Russian missiles were of the short-range 'Iskander' type. This attack coincided with plans to celebrate 'Children's Day' in Kyiv, which Ukraine subsequently canceled. Many Eastern and Central European countries celebrate Children's Day on June 1. Ukraine's air defense reported that 10 Russian cruise missiles were shot down, but according to Ukrainian officials, shrapnel from the missiles caused damage and casualties, injuring 16 others. Russia has carried out extensive attacks on the capital and other parts of Ukraine in recent weeks. Meanwhile, Olena Zelenska, the wife of the President of Ukraine, tweeted that a nine-year-old girl was killed after the Russian missile attack, and another child was hospitalized. She added, 'Children's Day should be about childhood, summer, and safe living, but today, it is about new crimes (by Russia) against children.' Dmytro Kuleba, Ukraine's Foreign Minister, also tweeted that the deceased included a 9-year-old girl, her mother, and another woman. United Nations human rights observers reported that in the last month alone, six children were killed and 34 injured. According to the UN, since Russia began its invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, at least 525 children have been killed and at least 1,047 injured. However, the Ukrainian Ministry of Defense claims that at least 484 children have been killed and 929 injured. The reason for the discrepancy between these figures and those of the UN is unclear. Meanwhile, in Moscow, Vladimir Putin, the President of Russia, promised families with many children that state subsidies and other measures would be maintained in an online meeting on the occasion of Children's Day. When one participant expressed confidence that Russia would prevail, Putin stated, 'It will be so.' On the other hand, the Ukrainian presidential office announced on Thursday that a total of 7 civilians were killed and 27 injured in the past 24 hours. Simultaneously with a new wave of Russian airstrikes on Ukraine, drones attacked Moscow.
Russia's Attack on Kyiv on Children's Day; A Child and Her Mother Killed
Russian missile attacks on Kyiv resulted in the deaths of a child and her mother, coinciding with Children's Day celebrations in Ukraine, which were subsequently canceled. The attack has raised concerns about safety and the ongoing conflict, highlighting the impact on civilians, especially children. This incident underscores the escalating violence in Ukraine as Russia continues its military operations.
👥 Key Players
📰 What Happened
Russian missile attacks on Kyiv resulted in the deaths of a child and her mother on Children's Day, leading to the cancellation of celebrations. The attacks caused significant damage and raised concerns about civilian safety.
- Three people were killed, including a 9-year-old girl and her mother.
- Ukrainian air defense shot down 10 Russian cruise missiles, but shrapnel caused additional casualties.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
Since Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, civilian casualties have been a significant concern, particularly among children. The conflict has drawn international attention and condemnation.
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