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Ukraine Says Russia Launched 40 Missiles and 580 Drones in Overnight Barrage

Zelensky urges new air‑defence systems from allies plus tougher sanctions.

Overview

  • Zelensky reported three people killed nationwide with dozens more injured in the latest mass strike.
  • Dnipropetrovsk’s regional chief said the region suffered a heavy attack that destroyed business buildings and sparked fires.
  • Casualty figures in Dnipropetrovsk varied across official updates, ranging from 13 to 26 injured, with one death confirmed.
  • Ukrainian air defenses engaged multiple targets, including the downing of at least one drone over Kyiv.
  • Regional authorities in several other oblasts also reported significant overnight attacks as the assault spread beyond one area.