Heavy fighting is raging in the Ukrainian capital, Kiev. Attacks continue at night and in many places. On the second day, Russia launched a major offensive.
Kiev, First Published Feb 25, 2022, 8:36 AM IST
Kiev: Russia continues to intensify attacks on Ukraine on the second day. CNN reports that a loud explosion was heard in Kiev around 5am. The bomber struck shortly after noon in Kiev. More than six blasts were reported in Kiev city center. The CNN team said they heard two loud bangs from the city.
An explosion was reported in the sky. Indications are that the missile, aircraft or helicopter was attacked by an anti-missile. Ukrainian officials say a Russian cruise missile strike aimed at Kiev this morning. Russia has decided to seize the capital, Kiev. There are indications that the attack will be more intense on the second day than on the first.
Heavy fighting is raging in the Ukrainian capital, Kiev. Attacks were reported overnight in several major cities. You can see a missile smashing into the sky and scattering it:
About one lakh people are reported to have fled Ukraine so far. Vladimir Selensky says he has to fight Russia alone and that he and his family will remain in the capital. If he is the goal, let it happen. He is not afraid. According to Selensky, Russia wants to oust Ukraine and seize it.
“I am their number one target. The second goal is my family. For Ukraine alone. But we will fight. Do not be afraid. They are trying to overthrow the head of state and take over the country. Russian coups have arrived in Kiev. It is an attempt to capture the capital, “Selensky said.
Ukrainian President Vladimir Selensky said on the first day of the war that Ukraine had sought help, including from 27 NATO countries, but no one was willing to help. “Everyone is scared,” Selensky said.
Yesterday, Russia attacked and destroyed the Ukrainian defense and intelligence headquarters. Russia claims to have destroyed 11 military bases. Yesterday alone, 203 missiles landed in various parts of Ukraine. Russia claimed that the first day of the attack was a great success.
Russia’s second-day offensive is a major blow to Ukraine’s military capability. The President of Ukraine officially stated that 137 people were killed on the first day. 317 people were injured. This is an official figure only. Unofficial reports suggest that the actual figure could be much higher.
Last Updated Feb 25, 2022, 8:36 AM IST
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