Russian missiles struck Ukraine, killing at least 22 people in a single attack. Rescue workers are still searching through collapsed buildings and rubble to find survivors and recover bodies. The strikes hit civilian areas, adding to the mounting death toll from the ongoing conflict.
Russia has been launching regular missile and drone attacks on Ukrainian cities and towns for months. Ukraine says these strikes deliberately target civilians and civilian infrastructure like homes, schools, and hospitals. Russia claims it is hitting military targets, but most attacks have caused heavy civilian casualties.
Families across Ukraine are affected by these strikes. People living in cities near the front lines face constant danger from explosions. Rescue teams work around the clock to pull people from wreckage, often finding more victims than survivors. The attacks have displaced millions of Ukrainians from their homes.
Ukraine's military continues to defend against Russian advances while international aid organizations provide emergency help to affected areas. President Trump's administration has been pushing for ceasefire talks, though both sides remain far apart on peace terms. The fighting is expected to continue through 2026 unless a negotiated agreement is reached.