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Russia Launches Largest-Ever Air Assault on Ukraine; Kyiv’s Government Building Set Ablaze in Deadly Drone Strike

By Gireesh Vasishta
Russia Launches Largest-Ever Air Assault on Ukraine; Kyiv’s Government Building Set Ablaze in Deadly Drone Strike

The Ukrainian Air Force intercepted most of the incoming threat, shooting down 747 drones and four missiles—yet dozens still slipped through, causing widespread destruction.

Kyiv, September 7, 2025: Russia conducted what Ukrainian officials have described as the largest air attack of the ongoing conflict, targeting the Ukrainian capital, Kyiv, and striking the Cabinet of Ministers building, causing a fire. The overnight assault on September 7, 2025, involved a massive barrage of 273 drones and 24 missiles, resulting in at least two deaths, including a one-year-old baby, and 11 injuries in Kyiv, according to Ukrainian authorities. The attack damaged infrastructure and residential areas across 14 regions, marking a significant escalation in Russia’s air campaign.Independent Judiciary and Legal Fraternity Are Pillars of India’s Constitutional Governance: Justice B.V. Nagarathna

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned the attack, stating that it demonstrates Russia’s preference for “ballistics over the negotiating table.” The assault follows another major attack on Kyiv two days prior, which killed at least 25 people, including four children. Ukrainian air defenses managed to intercept a significant portion of the drones and missiles, but the scale of the attack has strained the country’s resources.Levi's Men's Slim Fit Mid Rise 511 Mid-Rise Jeans

The Kremlin’s actions come amid stalled peace talks, with Russia rejecting Ukrainian and U.S.-backed proposals for a ceasefire. European leaders, including those from Britain, France, Germany, and Poland, are reportedly planning discussions with U.S. President Donald Trump to push for stronger sanctions against Russia. Meanwhile, Ukraine continues to fortify its defenses, with efforts to counter Russian advances in regions like Donetsk and Sumy.