DATA & FIGURES
At least 27 people were killed and scores of others wounded in the large-scale attack on Kyiv on July 2. The attack caused fires and extensive damage to civilian infrastructure and residential buildings across several districts.
THE SCENARIO
The situation in Ukraine is part of a broader geopolitical context, with Russia's actions having significant implications for global security and the balance of power in Eastern Europe. The upcoming NATO summit in Turkey is likely to be dominated by discussions of the conflict in Ukraine and how to respond to Russia's aggression.
DIRECT QUOTE
"This horrible war crime is yet more evidence that Russia is badly losing its war. The USA and its allies should do even more of what it's doing. The strategy is working. Russia is losing." — Joe Wilson, Republican Representative from South Carolina
BBN INSIGHT
The Positive Side: The US and its allies have been providing significant military aid to Ukraine, which has helped to slow the Russian advance. The latest attack on Kyiv is likely to increase pressure on the US to provide more aid, which could help to turn the tide of the conflict. The Negative Side: The conflict in Ukraine has significant humanitarian implications, with thousands of civilians killed or displaced. The latest attack on Kyiv is a stark reminder of the human cost of the conflict and the need for a diplomatic solution.