Russia Launches Third Massive Attack on Ukraine: Kyiv and Lviv Targeted

 

In a disturbing escalation of hostilities, Russia has launched its third massive attack on Ukraine within a span of just four days. The cities of Kyiv and Lviv have become the latest targets in this ongoing conflict. Here are the key details:

Kyiv Under Siege

• Kyiv, the capital of Ukraine, woke up to air raid sirens and explosions early Sunday morning. Russian forces unleashed a barrage of 57 missiles and drones against the city.
• Ukrainian air defense forces valiantly intercepted and destroyed 18 out of 29 missiles and 25 out of 18 attack drones.
• The city’s air alert warning lasted for more than two hours, and residents could hear the ominous sounds of explosions.

Lviv Faces Aggression

• Lviv, a historic city in western Ukraine, also found itself in the crosshairs of Russian aggression. The attack on Lviv was part of the same offensive.
• Poland’s armed forces reported that one of Russia’s cruise missiles, intended for western Ukraine, briefly violated Polish airspace near the town of Oserdow (Lublin Voivodeship). It remained there for 39 seconds.
• Fortunately, military radar systems closely monitored the situation, and all necessary procedures were activated to safeguard Polish airspace. Poland’s Defense Minister emphasized that the missiles would have been shot down if there was any indication they were targeting Poland.

Urgent Calls for Peace

• Ukrainian Air Force Commander Mykola Oleschuk confirmed that 43 air targets were destroyed across various regions in Ukraine.
• In the midst of this chaos, Kyiv’s military administration head, Serhiy Popko, urged residents to heed air warning signals and seek shelter.
• Popko emphasized that the enemy persists in its relentless missile attacks, with the goal of destroying Kyiv at any cost.

International Response

• Poland’s foreign ministry demanded explanations from Russia regarding the violation of its airspace.
• The ministry also called on Russia to cease its terrorist attacks on Ukrainian territory and address its internal problems.
• As the conflict intensifies, the world watches with growing concern.

The situation remains volatile, and the toll on civilians and infrastructure is mounting. The international community must continue to advocate for peace and a swift resolution to this devastating conflict.