Russia has launched a massive aerial attack against the Ukrainian capital Kyiv and several other regions, according to officials. This latest strike comes after Moscow deployed hundreds of drones in a daytime assault that killed six people on Wednesday. The overnight attack involved both missile and drone barrages, hitting multiple targets including civilian infrastructure such as residential buildings.
Prime Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko reported one person killed and several dozen wounded during the barrage on Kyiv. Mayor Vitalii Klitschko stated that 11 survivors had been rescued from a collapsed apartment building by emergency services. President Volodymyr Zelensky emphasized that these attacks are not indicative of an end to the war, warning that more people could be trapped under rubble at strike sites.
The Ukrainian leader also revealed that over 20 locations in Kyiv were damaged, including residential buildings and a school. Tymur Tkachenko, head of Kyiv's military administration, confirmed one fatality and 16 injuries from the overnight attack. Ukraine’s state emergency service later reported that 31 people, including a child, had been wounded across the Kyiv region.
President Zelensky highlighted Russia's deployment of over 892 drones in just 24 hours during Wednesday's major assault. "These are definitely not the actions of those who believe the war is coming to an end," he wrote on social media, urging partners not to remain silent about these strikes. He added that more than 1,500 drones have been used by Russia over the past two days.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha also condemned the attacks during a visit by US President Donald Trump to China. "There should be no illusions or wishful thinking: only pressure on Moscow can force him to stop," he wrote, warning that more people could be trapped under rubble at strike sites.
Rescuers are currently searching through the debris of residential buildings in Kyiv where one person was killed and dozens were injured. The ongoing attacks mark the third day with reported deaths following a ceasefire that expired on Monday.
These relentless strikes by Russia underscore their commitment to continue fighting despite recent peace efforts, as evidenced by the high number of drones deployed and civilian casualties recorded across Ukraine.
This article was produced by AVALW News on Thursday, May 14, 2026 based on reporting from 4 verified news sources across 2 countries. Our editorial process cross-references facts from multiple independent outlets to deliver accurate, comprehensive coverage. All original sources are linked below.