What should have been a day of joy became a scene of terror as Russia launched 298 drones and 69 missiles during Kyiv Day festivities. The attack, which killed at least 12 people, was described by Ukrainian officials as a deliberate attempt to break civilian morale.
Families spent hours in metro stations and bunkers, with the trauma of the attack expected to last for years. The calculated timing of the assault showed a clear intent to maximize psychological harm.
International leaders condemned the attack. President Trump warned that Russia’s actions would lead to its downfall, while President Zelenskyy urged for tougher sanctions and criticized America’s lack of a forceful response.