On the night of August 28, a massive airstrike in Kyiv resulted in the deaths of eight individuals, including a child, and dozens were injured.
Source: President Volodymyr Zelensky and KMVA on Telegram
Direct quote from the president: "In Kyiv, a rescue operation is underway at a residential building that suffered from a Russian strike... Sadly, at least eight fatalities are confirmed, including one child."
Details: The president noted that there may be more people trapped under the rubble.
According to KMVA, as of 08:30, the number of injured from the Russian attack has risen to 45.
"Today's Russian missiles and drones send a clear message to those calling for peace. Russia chooses aggression over dialogue. This indicates that the country is unafraid of the consequences of its actions." – emphasized Zelensky.
The president also expressed hope for a response from China, as the country has repeatedly called for peace negotiations.
"We await Hungary's response. The death of children should evoke stronger emotions than anything else. We expect a reaction from everyone who has called for peace." – added the president.
He urged the world to impose new stringent sanctions against Russia for its actions.
"All deadlines have passed, and opportunities for diplomacy have been lost. Russia must be held accountable for every step it takes in this war." – concluded Zelensky.