At least five people were killed and 67 others injured after a Russian drone struck a shopping centre in Pavlohrad in Ukraine’s Dnipropetrovsk region on Thursday (Sep 10), Ukrainian officials said. The attack took place during daylight hours, hitting shops and vehicles when the area was crowded. Interior Minister Ivan Vyhivskyi said the strike happened “when the streets were full of people”.Regional governor Oleksandr Hanzha said eight of those injured were children. Images released by Ukraine’s State Emergency Service showed firefighters battling flames and spraying water on burning vehicles as thick smoke filled the streets.President Volodymyr Zelensky offered condolences to the families of those killed and condemned the attack.“The Russians used drones to kill people who were simply standing near shopping centres,” Zelensky said in a statement.The latest strike comes after attacks on shopping centres elsewhere in Ukraine. Ukrainian officials said a Russian drone hit a mall in Sumy on Wednesday, killing two people and injuring 20. Russian aerial strikes in the city on Thursday reportedly wounded eight people, including three children.A shopping mall in Zaporizhzhia was also almost completely destroyed in a Russian air strike on Monday, although it was closed at the time and no casualties were immediately reported.<h2>Kyiv calls attack ‘tactic of coercion’</h2>Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha described the strike as a “tactic of coercion”, accusing Moscow of trying to pressure Ukraine through repeated attacks on civilians.“Russia believes that relentless attacks on civilians can exhaust Ukrainians and force Ukraine into concession,” he said.Pavlohrad, a key logistics hub near Dnipro, has previously been targeted. Two people were killed in a Russian attack on warehouses in the city last month.<h2>Violence continues despite peace efforts</h2>The latest attacks came as a fresh US-backed diplomatic push appeared to make little progress. US President Donald Trump’s envoys held talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow and Zelensky in Kyiv over the weekend.Meanwhile, Russian officials reported Ukrainian attacks, including a seaborne drone strike on Sochi that injured 28 people. Moscow also blamed Ukrainian strikes for several deaths in Russian and Russian-controlled areas. &nbsp;

Russian drone strikes a shopping centre in Pavlohrad, Ukraine, killing five and injuring 67, including eight children, as Kyiv accuses Moscow of targeting civilians amid stalled peace efforts.

At least five people were killed and 67 others injured after a Russian drone struck a shopping centre in Pavlohrad in Ukraine’s Dnipropetrovsk region on Thursday (Sep 10), Ukrainian officials said. The attack took place during daylight hours, hitting shops and vehicles when the area was crowded. Interior Minister Ivan Vyhivskyi said the strike happened “when the streets were full of people”. Regional governor Oleksandr Hanzha said eight of those injured were children. Images released by Ukraine’s State Emergency Service showed firefighters battling flames and spraying water on burning vehicles as thick smoke filled the streets. President Volodymyr Zelensky offered condolences to the families of those killed and condemned the attack. “The Russians used drones to kill people who were simply standing near shopping centres,” Zelensky said in a statement. The latest strike comes after attacks on shopping centres elsewhere in Ukraine. Ukrainian officials said a Russian drone hit a mall in Sumy on Wednesday, killing two people and injuring 20. Russian aerial strikes in the city on Thursday reportedly wounded eight people, including three children. A shopping mall in Zaporizhzhia was also almost completely destroyed in a Russian air strike on Monday, although it was closed at the time and no casualties were immediately reported. Kyiv calls attack ‘tactic of coercion’ Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha described the strike as a “tactic of coercion”, accusing Moscow of trying to pressure Ukraine through repeated attacks on civilians. “Russia believes that relentless attacks on civilians can exhaust Ukrainians and force Ukraine into concession,” he said. Pavlohrad, a key logistics hub near Dnipro, has previously been targeted. Two people were killed in a Russian attack on warehouses in the city last month. Violence continues despite peace efforts The latest attacks came as a fresh US-backed diplomatic push appeared to make little progress. US President Donald Trump’s envoys held talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow and Zelensky in Kyiv over the weekend. Meanwhile, Russian officials reported Ukrainian attacks, including a seaborne drone strike on Sochi that injured 28 people. Moscow also blamed Ukrainian strikes for several deaths in Russian and Russian-controlled areas.

Russian drone strikes a shopping centre in Pavlohrad, Ukraine, killing five and injuring 67, including eight children, as Kyiv accuses Moscow of targeting civilians amid stalled peace efforts.

Five killed, 67 injured after Russian drone hits Ukraine shopping mall

The Russia-Ukraine war is entering another dangerous phase as both sides expand long-range attacks beyond traditional military targets, increasingly hitting economic, logistics and commercial infrastructure.

Ukraine has targeted facilities belonging to Russian e-commerce giant Ozone, including a logistics hub, as Kyiv expands its drone campaign against major Russian distribution networks linked to the country’s wartime economy.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has accused Kyiv of opening “Pandora’s box” by targeting economic sites and warned that Moscow would respond.

At least 13 people were reportedly killed in attacks overnight and through Saturday, with casualties reported in Ukraine, Russia and Russian-annexed Crimea.

Russia said it launched a concentrated strike on the Kyiv region using long-range precision weapons and drones. The Russian Defense Ministry also claimed that more than 40 trucks equipped with long-range drone launchers were destroyed.

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At least 13 people have been killed after Russia and Ukraine exchanged strikes overnight, as the conflict enters another dangerous phase.

Russian strikes reportedly killed seven people in Ukraine, while four people were killed in Russia and two others were killed in Crimea.

In Ukraine, a Russian drone struck a railway station in Odesa. Footage showed workers clearing broken glass and debris from the station. Railway officials said there were no fatalities and train services were not disrupted.

A separate Russian drone strike hit a shopping centre in Kryvyi Rih, reportedly killing 16 people and injuring at least 130. Authorities said several people remained missing as rescuers searched through the rubble.

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Russia has launched another deadly assault on Ukraine, with Kyiv reporting a massive missile and drone attack that killed at least 13 people and injured dozens more. The strikes targeted several Ukrainian regions, including Kyiv, Odesa, Sumy, Zaporizhzhia and Mykolaiv. The attack comes as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy faces growing political pressure at home following a major government reshuffle. The removal of Ukraine’s popular defense minister and prime minister has sparked protests, criticism, and questions over wartime leadership.

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Russia carried out a drone strike on <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/moldovas-breakaway-region-transdniestria-faces-heating-cuts-as-russia-halts-gas-supply-8583116">Kyiv</a> in the early hours of New Year&rsquo;s Day, causing the deaths of two people and injuring six others, according to local authorities. 
The attack on the Ukrainian capital happened shortly after President Volodymyr Zelensky vowed in a New Year&rsquo;s address to do everything he could to end the war within the coming year.
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The State Emergency Service said that two floors of a residential building in central Kyiv were partially destroyed in the strike. 
In recent weeks, Russian President Vladimir Putin has repeatedly warned of targeting Kyiv in response to Ukraine&rsquo;s use of US-supplied weaponry on Russian soil. Following the drone strike, Zelensky condemned Moscow&rsquo;s actions and wrote on Telegram, &ldquo;Even on New Year's night, Russia only cares about hurting Ukraine.&rdquo;
Earlier, in his New Year&rsquo;s address, Zelensky said, &ldquo;May 2025 be our year. We know that peace will not be given to us as a gift but we will do everything to stop Russia and end the war.&rdquo;
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"Every day in the coming year, I, and all of us, must fight for a Ukraine that is strong enough. Because only such a Ukraine is respected and heard. Both on the battlefield and at the negotiating table," Zelensky added.
Ukraine&rsquo;s military said it intercepted 63 out of 111 drones launched by Russia overnight across multiple regions. As per the military, 46 drones were neutralised through electronic jamming. On Tuesday, Russian forces fired 21 missiles at Kyiv and the northern Sumy region.
Aerial attacks from both Russia and Ukraine have intensified in recent months as both nations try to gain advantage ahead of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/rewind-2024-wion-yearender-a-year-of-shocking-defeats-and-historic-victories-elections-around-the-world-in-2024-8576088">US President-elect Donald Trump&rsquo;s</a> inauguration on January 20. Trump has previously claimed that he could mediate a peace deal between Ukraine and Russia within hours.
(With inputs from agencies)

World news: The attack on the Ukrainian capital happened shortly after President Volodymyr Zelensky vowed in a New Year’s address to do everything he could to end the war within the coming year.

Russia carried out a drone strike on Kyiv in the early hours of New Year’s Day, causing the deaths of two people and injuring six others, according to local authorities. The attack on the Ukrainian capital happened shortly after President Volodymyr Zelensky vowed in a New Year’s address to do everything he could to end the war within the coming year. Also read: Zelensky vows to end Russia's invasion in 2025 as Ukraine carries out 'historic' drone strike The State Emergency Service said that two floors of a residential building in central Kyiv were partially destroyed in the strike. In recent weeks, Russian President Vladimir Putin has repeatedly warned of targeting Kyiv in response to Ukraine’s use of US-supplied weaponry on Russian soil. Following the drone strike, Zelensky condemned Moscow’s actions and wrote on Telegram, “Even on New Year's night, Russia only cares about hurting Ukraine.” Earlier, in his New Year’s address, Zelensky said, “May 2025 be our year. We know that peace will not be given to us as a gift but we will do everything to stop Russia and end the war.” Also read: Ukraine war: Kyiv halts Russian gas flow to Europe, calls it 'historic' "Every day in the coming year, I, and all of us, must fight for a Ukraine that is strong enough. Because only such a Ukraine is respected and heard. Both on the battlefield and at the negotiating table," Zelensky added. Ukraine’s military said it intercepted 63 out of 111 drones launched by Russia overnight across multiple regions. As per the military, 46 drones were neutralised through electronic jamming. On Tuesday, Russian forces fired 21 missiles at Kyiv and the northern Sumy region. Aerial attacks from both Russia and Ukraine have intensified in recent months as both nations try to gain advantage ahead of US President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration on January 20. Trump has previously claimed that he could mediate a peace deal between Ukraine and Russia within hours. (With inputs from agencies)

Ukraine war: Russia launches New Year drone strike on Kyiv, killing two, wounding six

Russia carried out a major aerial strike on Ukraine on Friday (Dec 13) morning, deploying cruise missiles and drones to target energy infrastructure, particularly in the western border regions.

Russia carried out a major aerial strike on Ukraine on Friday (Dec 13) morning, deploying cruise missiles and drones to target energy infrastructure, particularly in the western border regions. The attack is part of a renewed campaign against Ukraine’s electricity network, which has already caused extended power outages for millions of civilians. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that Russia used 93 missiles and over 200 drones in the attack. He added that Ukrainian forces successfully intercepted 81 of the missiles, with 11 downed by F-16 fighter jets. Ukraine’s air force also reported that the attack included hypersonic Kinzhal missiles launched from the air. “This is Putin’s ‘peace plan’ – destroy everything. This is how he wants negotiations, by terrorising millions of people,” Zelensky said in response to the strikes. Also read: Both Israel, Trump team mulling 'launching strikes' on Iranian nuclear sites Ukraine's Energy Minister Herman Halushchenko praised the efforts of energy workers, saying they were doing everything possible to “minimise negative consequences for the energy system.” Meanwhile, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha called for urgent international support, writing on X: “Russia aims to deprive us of energy. Instead, we must deprive it of the means of terror. I reiterate my call for the urgent delivery of 20 NASAMS, HAWK, or IRIS-T air defence systems.” Russia’s defence ministry confirmed the attack, describing it as retaliation for Ukraine’s use of US-supplied ATACMS missiles against a southern Russian airfield earlier in the week. “In response to the use of American long-range weapons, a massive strike was carried out by the Russian armed forces... against critical facilities of Ukraine's fuel and energy infrastructure,” read a statement on Telegram. Kremlin dismisses the possibility of peace talks The Kremlin dismissed the possibility of peace talks, saying its conditions for negotiations had not yet been met. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated, “We don’t want a ceasefire; we want peace after our conditions are met and all our goals are achieved.” He also added that speculation about a ceasefire was premature, as the prerequisites for negotiations were not in place. Watch: Russia-Ukraine War: Trump 'Vehemently' Opposed To Firing ATACMS Deep Into Russia Peskov also added that United States President-elect Donald Trump’s criticism of Ukraine’s use of US weapons to strike Russian territory aligned with Moscow’s stance. “The statement fully aligns with our position, with our view on the reasons for escalation. It is obvious that Trump understands exactly what is escalating the situation,” he said. (With inputs from agencies) Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia conflict on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately report this developing news story, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.

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A helicopter crash near a kindergarten outside Kyiv has reportedly killed 18 people, including three children, the police said.&nbsp;Ukraine's interior minister, his deputy and another official&nbsp;were among those killed.&nbsp;Twenty two people, including 10 children, have been hospitalised.

Unverified footage circulating on social media showed what appeared to be the charred remains of the aircraft. Debris from nearby buildings and a car crushed by large shards of metal can also be seen.

Interior Minister Denys Monastyrsky, his first deputy minister, Yevgeniy Yenin, and several top officials of the interior ministry are among those dead, the head of Ukraine's police service, Igor Klymenko, said in a statement.

"A helicopter of the state emergency service crashed in Brovary. As a result of the crash, the leadership of the interior ministry died," Klymenko&nbsp;said. Monastyrsky, a 42-year-old father of two, had been appointed the interior minister in 2021.

Germany's Interior Minister Nancy Faeser offered to provide assistance in investigating the helicopter crash and sent her condolences to the Ukrainian government.

While earlier reports suggested that 16 people had died, the Kyiv region's governor, Oleksiy Kuleba, put the latest death toll at 18 people, including three children.

"There is information about 29 wounded, including 15 children. All necessary assistance is provided to them," he added.

"Rescue operations are ongoing at the site".

Officials said that children and employees were inside the school building at the time of the crash.

Earlier,&nbsp;Kuleba informed about the crash in a Telegram message.&nbsp;

"In the city of Brovary, a helicopter fell near a kindergarten and a residential building," Kuleba said on Telegram. "Children and employees were in the kindergarten ... there are casualties recorded."

He said that medics and police were working at the scene.

(With inputs from agencies)

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Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia conflict on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately report this developing news story, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos. A helicopter crash near a kindergarten outside Kyiv has reportedly killed 18 people, including three children, the police said. Ukraine's interior minister, his deputy and another official were among those killed. Twenty two people, including 10 children, have been hospitalised. Unverified footage circulating on social media showed what appeared to be the charred remains of the aircraft. Debris from nearby buildings and a car crushed by large shards of metal can also be seen. Interior Minister Denys Monastyrsky, his first deputy minister, Yevgeniy Yenin, and several top officials of the interior ministry are among those dead, the head of Ukraine's police service, Igor Klymenko, said in a statement. "A helicopter of the state emergency service crashed in Brovary. As a result of the crash, the leadership of the interior ministry died," Klymenko said. Monastyrsky, a 42-year-old father of two, had been appointed the interior minister in 2021. Germany's Interior Minister Nancy Faeser offered to provide assistance in investigating the helicopter crash and sent her condolences to the Ukrainian government. While earlier reports suggested that 16 people had died, the Kyiv region's governor, Oleksiy Kuleba, put the latest death toll at 18 people, including three children. "There is information about 29 wounded, including 15 children. All necessary assistance is provided to them," he added. "Rescue operations are ongoing at the site". Officials said that children and employees were inside the school building at the time of the crash. Earlier, Kuleba informed about the crash in a Telegram message. "In the city of Brovary, a helicopter fell near a kindergarten and a residential building," Kuleba said on Telegram. "Children and employees were in the kindergarten ... there are casualties recorded." He said that medics and police were working at the scene. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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