Kyiv attack aftermath: BBC Verify confirms massive damage from Russia’s drone strike

This report covers the devastating Russian drone and missile assault on Kyiv during the G7 summit, highlighting at least 15 deaths and over 100 injuries. Verified footage reveals extensive destruction of residential areas, underscoring the conflict’s ongoing human and infrastructural toll.

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A devastating Russian drone and missile strike on Kyiv has caused massive destruction, killing at least 15 people and injuring over 100, according to officials.

Interior Minister Igor Klymenko reported that 27 locations across Kyiv were targeted, including residential buildings, educational institutions, and critical infrastructure. One apartment block alone lost 30 apartments, with more than 40 apartments destroyed in total.

Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko, standing amid the rubble, warned that more victims might be trapped under debris. He also confirmed the death of a 62-year-old US citizen in the Solomyansky district.

"More than 40 apartments had been destroyed and more people might be trapped under the rubble," Klitschko said.

President Volodymyr Zelensky, attending the G7 summit in Canada, condemned the attacks as "pure terrorism" and accused Russian President Vladimir Putin of continuing the war because he "can afford to continue this war."

The scale of the assault was significant, with Ukraine's Interior Ministry reporting that Russia launched over 440 drones and 32 missiles during the attack.

BBC Verify authenticated video footage showing an apartment block being struck, confirming the extensive damage. Verified images reveal this as one of the largest attacks since Russia's full-scale invasion began.

This attack coincided with the G7 meeting, underscoring the ongoing conflict's international implications and Ukraine's call for global support.

"A drone smashed into an apartment block, destroying dozens of flats," the Interior Ministry said.

The attack highlights the severe humanitarian toll and the persistent threat to Kyiv's civilian population amid the war.

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A massive Russian drone and missile attack on Kyiv destroyed over 40 apartments, killed at least 15, and wounded more than 100, officials say. BBC Verify confirmed extensive damage to residential blocks amid ongoing conflict, as President Zelensky called the strikes 'pure terrorism' during the G7 summit.
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Key Facts
  • Russia launched a massive drone and missile attack on Kyiv involving over 440 drones and 32 missiles, according to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Ukraine's interior minister.BbcAljazeera
  • The attack targeted residential buildings, educational institutions, and critical infrastructure in Kyiv, with 27 locations across different districts coming under enemy fire.Ndtv
  • At least 15 people were killed, including a 62-year-old US citizen, and more than 100 were injured in the attack.BbcNdtv
  • Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko reported destruction of more than 40 apartments and warned that more people might be trapped under the rubble.Bbc
  • President Zelensky condemned the strikes as 'pure terrorism' and accused Russian President Vladimir Putin of continuing the war unjustifiably.Bbc
  • Ukraine's Foreign Affairs Minister Andrii Sybiha called the attack during the G7 summit a disrespectful signal to the US and allies.Aljazeera
  • BBC Verify authenticated video footage showing significant damage to apartment blocks in Kyiv from the attack, describing it as one of the biggest since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion.Bbc
The death toll stood at 14 and seemed likely to rise on Tuesday morning after a Russian mass drone attack struck several districts of Kyiv.
The Guardian
The Guardian
Interior Minister Igor Klymenko said that 27 locations in different districts of the capital came under enemy fire. 'Residential buildings, educational institutions and critical infrastructure facilities' had all been hit, he said, adding that 30 apartments were destroyed in a single residential block.
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Ndtv
A drone smashed into an apartment block, destroying dozens of flats and Ukraine's interior minister said the country had been hit by 440 drones and 32 missiles.
Bbc
Bbc
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Russia launched more than 440 drones and 32 missiles at his country.
Aljazeera
Aljazeera
Key Stats at a Glance
Number of drones used in attack
440 drones
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Number of missiles used in attack
32 missiles
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Number of people killed
15 people
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Number of people wounded
more than 100 others
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Number of apartments destroyed
more than 40 apartments
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