Russia's overnight strikes on Ukraine resulted in at least one death and 40 injuries in Kyiv, targeting civilian infrastructure.
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Russia continued strikes on Ukraine overnight
At least one dead and 40 injured in Kyiv
Civilian infrastructure was targeted
Zelenskyy responded to the attacks
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After a tense day of intense attacks on Wednesday, Russia has continued its strikes on Ukraine overnight, with at least one dead and 40 injured in the capital, Kyiv, after reported hits on civilian infrastructure.
An explosion lights up the sky over the city during a Russian missile and drone strike, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Kyiv, Ukraine.
An explosion lights up the sky over the city during a Russian missile and drone strike, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Kyiv, Ukraine. Photograph: Gleb Garanich/Reuters
Ukraine’s president Volodymyr Zelenskyy responded to the strikes, saying:
“These are definitely not the actions of those who believe the war is coming to an end. It is important that partners do not remain silent about this strike.”
He said that over the last 30 hours, Russia deployed more than 1,500 drones against Ukraine.
Kyiv’s mayor Vitali Klitschko said at least 18 apartments were destroyed as a direct result of the attack, with water supply problems reported in left bank Kyiv. He added that 40 people were injured, with 31 requiring hospitalisation.
Elsewhere, I will be jealous of parts of Europe that are off on bank holiday todaylooking at the Charlemagne ceremony in Germany,the meeting of Finnish and Lithuanian presidents to discuss regional security, and media reports about potential US troops movement out of Poland (although denied by the Polish government).
Oh, and it’s the second Eurovision semi-final tonight!
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Q&A
What were the consequences of the recent Russian strikes on Ukraine?
The recent Russian strikes resulted in at least one death and 40 injuries in Kyiv, affecting civilian infrastructure.
How did Ukraine's president respond to the Russian attacks?
Ukraine's president Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned the strikes and addressed the situation following the attacks.
What types of attacks occurred during the Russian strikes on Ukraine?
The attacks included missile and drone strikes targeting various locations, particularly civilian infrastructure in Kyiv.
What is the current situation in Kyiv after the Russian strikes?
The situation in Kyiv remains tense, with ongoing concerns about safety and further attacks following the recent strikes.
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Thursday, 14 May 2026
Jakub Krupa
Europe Live
Good morning.
Things are heating up in Latvian politics today.
A major government crisis has been brewing in the last few days over how a recent drone incursion incident was handled, and early reports suggest prime minister Evika Siliņa might actually step down.
Latvia’s prime minister Evika Silina arrives to attend an informal European leaders’ summit in Ayia Napa, Cyprus.
Latvia’s prime minister Evika Silina arrives to attend an informal European leaders’ summit in Ayia Napa, Cyprus. Photograph: Yiannis Kourtoglou/Reuters
Latvia’s public broadcaster LSM is reporting that she submitted her resignation from the position.
I will keep an eye on this for you and bring you the latest lines here.
After a tense day of intense attacks on Wednesday, Russia has continued its strikes on Ukraine overnight, with at least one dead and 40 injured in the capital, Kyiv, after reported hits on civilian infrastructure.
An explosion lights up the sky over the city during a Russian missile and drone strike, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Kyiv, Ukraine.
An explosion lights up the sky over the city during a Russian missile and drone strike, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Kyiv, Ukraine. Photograph: Gleb Garanich/Reuters
Ukraine’s president Volodymyr Zelenskyy responded to the strikes, saying:
“These are definitely not the actions of those who believe the war is coming to an end. It is important that partners do not remain silent about this strike.”
He said that over the last 30 hours, Russia deployed more than 1,500 drones against Ukraine.
Kyiv’s mayor Vitali Klitschko said at least 18 apartments were destroyed as a direct result of the attack, with water supply problems reported in left bank Kyiv. He added that 40 people were injured, with 31 requiring hospitalisation.
Elsewhere, I will be jealous of parts of Europe that are off on bank holiday todaylooking at the Charlemagne ceremony in Germany,the meeting of Finnish and Lithuanian presidents to discuss regional security, and media reports about potential US troops movement out of Poland (although denied by the Polish government).
Oh, and it’s the second Eurovision semi-final tonight!
It’s Thursday, 14 May 2026, it’s Jakub Krupa here, and this is Europe Live.
