Russian missiles struck Kyiv killing 9 people, marking the second deadly barrage on the Ukrainian capital in two days. The attack comes hours after former President Trump backed off a pledge to provide air defense support to Ukraine.

Moscow is escalating its attacks in an apparent effort to exploit Ukraine's dwindling supply of interceptors. The intensified bombardment targets critical infrastructure and civilian areas as Ukrainian air defenses struggle with ammunition shortages.

The latest strikes underscore the vulnerability of Ukrainian cities as Western military aid faces political uncertainty. Ukrainian officials have warned that interceptor stocks are running critically low, leaving population centers exposed to sustained Russian missile campaigns.