Kyiv came under heavy Russian attack again on Wednesday night, with six districts hit by missiles and drones. Residents were forced to seek shelter and close windows due to thick smoke. This strike is part of a broader escalation in Russian aerial assaults targeting civilian areas across Ukraine.

In response, Ukraine is urgently requesting more US-made Patriot missile systems to strengthen its air defenses. President Zelenskyy emphasized the need to quickly implement recent US commitments to supply weapons, especially for air defense.

Meanwhile, Russia claims it wants a negotiated peace but warns that continued Western arms deliveries could prolong the war.
 

(This video summary was created using AI. A journalist edited it before publication.)