Russia launches new ballistic threat at Kyiv after overnight mass strike

Russian forces conducted a large-scale ballistic and hypersonic missile attack on Kyiv, resulting in multiple impacts, including a maternity hospital and residential buildings. At least 2 fatalities in Kyiv and 7 in Kharkiv are confirmed, with rescue operations ongoing and potential for increased casualties. The targeting of a maternity hospital marks a significant escalation in civilian harm and infrastructure targeting.