Russia launched its second-largest aerial assault of the war last night, deploying approximately 600 drones and 31 missiles targeting residential areas in Kyiv, civilian infrastructure, and diplomatic missions. The attacks resulted in the deaths of 17 people, including four children, with dozens more reported in critical condition. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the strikes hit a Turkish enterprise, the Embassy of Azerbaijan, the EU Delegation, the British Council, and residential buildings. He characterized the attacks as Russian President Putin's response to peace efforts by Ukraine, the United States, and European partners, emphasizing the need for increased pressure through sanctions, tariffs, and political measures. President Zelenskyy also noted that national security advisors are finalizing security guarantees, with the full framework expected to be presented on paper next week. In a conversation with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, President Zelenskyy thanked Türkiye for its support and commitment to achieving peace. They discussed next diplomatic steps, with Ukraine expressing readiness to engage in leader-level formats, which President Zelenskyy stated Russia is avoiding. President Erdoğan indicated that Türkiye's Minister of Defense would be involved in exploring contributions to Black Sea security. The scale of the attack, involving around 600 drones and over 30 missiles, was described as the second largest of the war. The targets, as reported, included civilian trains and offices of the EU and British mission councils, alongside residential areas and civilian casualties.
