Russia launches massive missile and drone attack on Kyiv, killing at least 21 people

Russia unleashed waves of missiles and drones, including ballistic missiles, targeting Kyiv and surrounding regions early Monday, killing at least 21 people and wounding dozens. The Russian Defense Ministry stated the bombardment was in retaliation for Ukraine's recent long-range strikes. Ukrainian authorities reported that all ballistic missiles struck their targets, highlighting gaps in the country's air defenses and a critical need for more U.S.-made Patriot interceptor missiles. Ukraine's air force reported Russia fired 68 missiles and 351 drones overnight.