Russian Drone Assault, Reports Multiple Casualties From Shelling

Ukrainian forces shot down 72 of 76 drones while Russian attacks across various regions left several civilians dead and injured.

Ukrainian air defenses successfully intercepted 72 out of 76 Shahed drones launched by Russia, targeting multiple regions including Kyiv, Odesa, and Kharkiv.
Russian shelling and missile strikes resulted in at least seven civilian deaths across four Ukrainian regions, with significant damage reported to residential and commercial properties.
In Kharkiv, explosions and fires broke out following strikes by missile launchers and guided aerial bombs, injuring several civilians.
A married couple was killed in a missile attack on the Odesa region, which also saw damage to homes and infrastructure from falling drone debris.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy renewed calls for enhanced air defense and long-range capabilities, ahead of his planned visit to the United States.