Russian Missile Strike on Kyiv Kills 13, Wounds Dozens

A Russian ballistic missile attack on the Ukrainian capital Kyiv overnight Wednesday into Thursday killed at least 13 people and wounded more than 40 others. The strike represents one of the deadlier recent attacks on the city, which has faced repeated aerial bombardment throughout the ongoing war. Ballistic missiles were confirmed as the weapon used in this particular assault. The attack comes amid continued hostilities between Russia and Ukraine with no ceasefire in sight. Casualties and damage assessments were still being compiled in the immediate aftermath of the strike. The attack on a civilian capital underscores the ongoing humanitarian toll of the conflict.