‘Severe Impact’: Kyiv Endures Intense Russian Onslaught Following Unexpected Withdrawal of US Patriot Missile Aid

Ukraine’s capital, Kyiv, faced its most significant aerial attack since the start of Russia’s invasion more than three years ago, as a wave of drones and missiles struck the city. This assault comes in the context of Russia’s renewed efforts to gain control over more Ukrainian territory. Following the strike that claimed the life of one person and injured at least 26 others, including a child, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported a “very important and productive” conversation with U.S. President Donald Trump. For comprehensive analysis and a more nuanced perspective, FRANCE 24’s Gavin Lee is joined by Samantha de Bendern, an author, journalist, and Associate Fellow in the Russia and Eurasia Programme at Chatham House.

Source: https://www.france24.com/en/video/20250705-dire-kyiv-badly-hit-by-relentless-russian-attacks-after-abrupt-us-halt-to-patriot-defence-support