Russian Strikes Kill 11 and Damage Historic Kyiv Cathedral

DATA & FIGURES

11 deaths, 4 people killed in attacks on the Ukrainian capital, 5 rescue workers dying while trying to put out a fire caused by a strike on the north-eastern city of Kharkiv, 23 people wounded in Kyiv, 5 others wounded in Kharkiv, 140,000 people in Kyiv left without electricity, 70 missiles and 611 drones launched by Russia

THE SCENARIO

The Russian strikes on Ukraine are part of a larger conflict between the two countries, which began in 2022. The conflict has resulted in significant damage to Ukraine's infrastructure and economy, and has led to a major humanitarian crisis.

DIRECT QUOTE

"Nothing justifies this attack on our universal heritage" — Emmanuel Macron, President of France

BBN INSIGHT

The Russian strikes on Ukraine are a significant escalation of the conflict between the two countries. The attack on the Dormition Cathedral is a cultural and historical tragedy, and highlights the need for a peaceful resolution to the conflict.