Watch: BBC at site of deadly Russian attack on Kyiv flats

Sarah Rainsford reports from the completely destroyed nine-storey block of flats in Ukraine's capital.

Russia’s Deadly Attack on Ukraine Reminds Europe of Its Vulnerabilities

Governments across the continent have increased military spending, but the strikes are another warning that they need to be prepared if the conflict crosses into NATO territory.

By Lara Jakes

Zelenskyy after Russian strike calls on US to grant Patriot missile production licences

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, following Russia's massive attack on Ukraine, has said he expects a positive response from US President Donald Trump on licences for the production of Patriot missiles.

By Khrystyna Bondarieva,STANISLAV POHORILOV

Ukraine will retaliate for Russian attack on Kyiv: Zelensky

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky vowed Thursday to retaliate for Russia's strikes on Kyiv that killed at least 21 people and wounded dozens, as he visited an apartment block partially destroyed in the attack. Asked by reporters whether Ukraine would retaliate, Zelensky replied: "Definitely". FRANCE 24's Antonia Kerrigan reports.

By FRANCE24

Beyond Uncle Sam? Trump's Nato rift fuels Canada's 10-nation global defence bank push

By TOI WORLD DESK

Ukraine and Russia both vow to escalate conflict after Russian strikes on Kyiv kill 25

UN chief secretary-general Antonio Guterres has condemned Russia's barrage and stressed the need for a ceasefire call.

Russian strikes kill 17 in largest ever attack on Kyiv, mayor says

In Moscow, the Kremlin vowed to further ramp up the "pressure" on Kyiv after the strike.

Russia bombards Kyiv in one of war's biggest strikes, at least 21 people killed

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy blamed delays in allied air defence deliveries, saying, "If our partners had delivered on their promises in a timely manner, we could have saved more homes and lives today."

Ukraine paid allies for 200 air-defense missiles but has yet to receive ‘a single one,’ Zelensky says. ‘The applause for what we’re achieving in Crimea isn’t enough.’

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky spoke to journalists on Thursday in Kyiv, standing amid rubble from overnight Russian strikes on the city. At least 22 people were killed and dozens more wounded, according to Ukrainian officials, with the death toll expected to rise. NoviniLIVE, a Ukrainian news outlet, published several videos of Zelensky’s remarks on Telegram. Meduza transcribed and translated them below.

Russia bombards Kyiv in major strike, at least 18 people killed

Russia fired 74 missiles and 496 drones overnight as Ukraine faced Patriot missile shortages

By Reuters

Ukrainian border guards hit Russian Tornado-S MLRS on Huliaipole front

Ukrainian drone operators from the Pomsta (Revenge) Brigade struck a Russian Tornado-S multiple launch rocket system (MLRS) on the Huliaipole front, destroying equipment valued at approximately $15 million.