Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said an overnight Russian drone attack killed a father and his five-year-old daughter in Kyiv.
Writing on X, the wartime leader said: “Last night, Russia attacked Ukraine using nearly 150 strike drones. As of now, ten people are reported injured, including a child. In Kyiv, the attack claimed three lives, among them a father and his five-year-old daughter.
“Yesterday in Zaporizhzhia, three people were killed—a family: father, mother, and their 17-year-old daughter. My condolences to the families and loved ones.
“These attacks are a daily reality. This week alone, over 1,580 guided aerial bombs, nearly 1,100 strike drones, and 15 missiles of various types were used against our people. All of this weaponry contains at least 102,000 foreign components. That’s why sanctions against Russian terrorists must be more effective. Every loophole that allows them to bypass the sanctions regime must be eliminated.
“New decisions and new pressure on Moscow are needed to bring an end to these strikes and this war.
“We must strengthen Ukraine and our army – with more air defence systems and real support. I thank all partners who understand this and continue to support Ukraine.”