Aljazeera Russian Drone Strike Hits Kyiv Scientific Centre, Casualties Reported
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- •One person killed and 19 injured in the drone strike on Kyiv's National Academy of Sciences.
- •The attack is part of a larger pattern of intensified Russian strikes on civilian infrastructure.
- •Ukrainian officials condemned the strike, calling for a robust international response.
A Russian drone struck the National Academy of Sciences in Kyiv, resulting in one death and at least 19 injuries. The attack occurred during the day, causing panic as individuals fled through windows. This incident is part of a broader wave of Russian strikes targeting civilian infrastructure across Ukraine, with additional attacks reported in Dnipro and Kharkiv. Ukrainian officials condemned the strike, emphasizing the targeting of critical institutions. Video footage captured the drone's impact, which caused significant damage and smoke. The strike is indicative of Russia's expanding military campaign against Ukraine, now entering its fifth year. The Ukrainian government has called for a strong international response to deter further aggression.
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