World ( The cow news digital ) Russia has carried out a series of large-scale missile and drone strikes on Ukraine, including attacks on the capital Kyiv and the southern city of Odesa, according to international media reports.
The latest escalation comes after Moscow accused Ukrainian forces of targeting a school dormitory in the Luhansk region, an incident Russia claims resulted in multiple casualties. Ukrainian authorities have strongly denied the allegations.
According to reports, the Russian military launched hypersonic and ballistic missile strikes on key Ukrainian cities. Explosions were heard across Kyiv, with shockwaves reportedly felt several kilometers away, forcing many residents to take shelter in underground metro stations for safety.
The strikes are part of what Russia describes as a “retaliatory response” to the alleged attack on the school dormitory, which Russian officials say killed 21 people and injured 63 others. Following the incident, Russian President Vladimir Putin reportedly instructed military forces to remain on high alert and prepare for further action.
Ukrainian officials, however, have rejected Russia’s claims, calling them baseless and accusing Moscow of using such narratives to justify intensified military operations.
Air raid alerts were activated across multiple regions as emergency services responded to widespread damage and disruptions caused by the missile strikes. Local authorities reported ongoing assessments of casualties and infrastructure damage, while rescue teams continued operations in affected areas.
The renewed wave of attacks highlights the continued intensity of the conflict, with both sides accusing each other of escalating violence amid already heightened tensions on the front lines.
International observers have expressed concern over the growing use of advanced missile systems, including hypersonic weapons, which significantly increase the speed and destructive capacity of strikes.
The situation remains highly volatile as fighting continues to impact civilian infrastructure and urban centers across Ukraine.
