Russia Continues Aggressive Air Strikes and Drone Attacks on Ukraine

Russia launched its 16th air attack on Kyiv, Ukraine, this month, with explosions heard across the city and panicked residents rushing for cover. All inbound missiles were shot down, but one person was wounded in the central district. Heavy air strikes earlier targeted the capital, put five Ukrainian aircraft out of action in the west of the country, and caused a fire in the Black Sea port of Odesa. Kyiv metro stations were packed with people taking shelter, and emergency services were dispatched. Russia has increased the frequency of air attacks as Ukraine prepares to launch a counteroffensive.