A Russian ballistic missile strike on Kyiv overnight has resulted in the deaths of nine people and injuries to 27 others, including four children. The attack occurred overnight, causing significant damage and triggering emergency responses across the city. Emergency services are continuing to work at the scene, providing aid to the wounded and clearing debris. Authorities have condemned the attack as a deliberate targeting of civilians. The strike represents a renewed escalation in Russia’s ongoing aggression against Ukraine, and further underscores the dangers facing Ukrainian cities. Investigations are underway to determine the full extent of the damage and to gather evidence of potential war crimes.