Kyiv rescuers search for survivors after massive Russian strikes; air pollution spikes
Rescue workers in Kyiv kept searching for survivors a day after widespread Russian strikes, several of which hit residential buildings and killed 30, according to France 24. Residents were urged to stay indoors amid a spike in air pollution from fires caused by the attacks. The strikes are among the deadliest on the capital in recent weeks.
Rescue crews in Kyiv continued searching for survivors on the second day after widespread Russian strikes hit the city. Several of the strikes struck residential buildings, and 30 people were killed, according to France 24.
Authorities urged residents of the capital to stay indoors, saying air quality had deteriorated because of fires caused by the attacks. Crews pressed on with efforts to reach anyone who might still be trapped under rubble.
Ukraine's government reports a rise in strikes on civilian infrastructure. International partners have repeated calls to strengthen air defences, while the full toll of casualties and damage from the latest attacks continues to be assessed.
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