Russia launched a heavy ballistic missile attack on Kyiv and the surrounding region, killing 10 people in one of the latest major strikes on the Ukrainian capital. The assault added to pressure on Ukraine's air defenses as officials confronted another intense round of incoming missiles.
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said Ukraine had run out of interceptor missiles, underscoring the strain on the country's ability to defend its skies. His warning came as Kyiv renewed appeals for more Patriot interceptors, which Ukraine has repeatedly said are critical for stopping ballistic threats.
The strike on Kyiv highlighted the continuing danger facing civilians far from the front lines. Even as Ukraine tries to protect major cities with Western-supplied air defense systems, repeated Russian missile attacks have tested those defenses and raised urgency around additional military support.
Ukraine's call for more Patriot interceptors is likely to intensify after the latest attack. With Kyiv hit hard and casualties reported, the focus has again shifted to whether partners can deliver enough air defense ammunition to help shield the capital from future missile barrages.
