Russian Night Missile Barrage Hits Kyiv, Other Ukrainian Cities; Zelensky Urges Air Defense

Russia launched a new wave of night missile and drone strikes across Ukraine, including Kyiv, causing fires and damage to homes, factories, and bridges. President Zelensky warned of a 'massive blow' and renewed calls for allied air defense support. The scale and target mix suggest a deliberate escalation in the ongoing campaign, though specific casualties and damage are still being assessed.