President Maia Sandu has condemned Russia’s latest overnight strikes on Ukraine and expressed condolences to the families of the victims. The head of state reaffirmed the Republic of Moldova’s support for its neighboring country and urged the international community to increase pressure on Moscow.
“A new brutal Russian attack on Kyiv has killed civilians in their own homes. I extend my deepest condolences to the bereaved families. The Republic of Moldova stands with Ukraine. Accountability for these crimes, increased pressure on Russia, and stronger support for Ukraine must be the international community’s response,” Maia Sandu wrote in a public message posted on Thursday, July 2, on the X platform.
During the night from Wednesday to Thursday, Kyiv was targeted by a massive Russian missile and drone attack. Powerful explosions were heard across the Ukrainian capital, while a hotel in the city center and several residential buildings were set on fire.
According to the Ukrainian Air Force, Russia launched 74 missiles and 496 drones. Although air defenses intercepted most of them, 25 ballistic missiles and 12 drones struck 33 targets.
According to The Guardian, at least 20 people were killed and more than 56 were injured. The attack caused damage across multiple districts of Kyiv, including residential buildings and a medical facility.