January 1, Russia Hammers Kyiv In Massive Missile Barrage

Wyatt’s Take

• Russia launched its biggest missile blitz on Ukraine since the Alaska summit.
• Kyiv took the brunt of the damage, with civilian buildings and EU offices struck.
• Peace talks have stalled as both sides double down on their goals.

Russia sent its largest wave of drones and missiles at Ukraine in months, with Kyiv suffering heavy losses and destruction. At least 15 people died and dozens more were hurt, making this one of the deadliest attacks on record.

Russian forces hurled close to 600 drones and over 30 advanced missiles, mainly at Kyiv and its surrounding regions. Residential blocks and the office for the European Union’s delegation were hit, along with other civilian buildings, shaking the city’s core.

Last night another large-scale combined missile attack was carried out on Ukraine. The main target was Kyiv, although Starkostyantyniv Airbase in Khmelnytskyi Oblast, Vasylkiv in Kyiv Oblast, and targets in Ivano Frankivsk and Zhytomyr Oblasts were also hit.

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Footage from last night’s missile attack on Kyiv. The first video shows a Kh-101 cruise missile impact. Large fires continue to burn at multiple points in the city, with secondary detonations being heard. pic.twitter.com/pCC6NAvFNj

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A 5-story apartment building has partially collapsed in Darnystia District of Kyiv. At least 3 civilians were killed.

The level of damage the building recieved, which is made of brick (unlike the much stronger reinforced concrete apartments), suggests that it may have been hit… pic.twitter.com/Gsia0X5WwD

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President Zelensky urged the world to answer this attack with tough action and stronger sanctions. He said,

“The Russians are not choosing to end the war, only new strikes. Overnight in Kyiv, dozens of buildings were damaged: residential houses, office centers, civilian enterprises. Among them also the building where the European Union Delegation to Ukraine is located.”

He added,

“It is crucial now that the world responds firmly. Russia must stop this war it started and continues. For the spurning of ceasefire and for the constant Russian attempts to weasel out of negotiations, new strong sanctions are needed. Only this can work. The Russians understand only strength and pressure. For every strike, Moscow must feel the consequences.”

Ukraine has responded with its own drone strikes on Russian oil sites in recent weeks, keeping the pressure on both sides.

During an interview following the Alaska summit, President Trump claimed Russian strikes were hitting military targets inside Ukraine’s cities, potentially changing his previous tough tone regarding these attacks. While he expressed frustration at stalled peace efforts, he remained confident in finding a path to end the conflict.

He stated,

“The one that I thought would be the easiest is turning out to be the hardest. But I think I’ll get it done.”

The political strain between Russia and Ukraine keeps peace out of reach, with both sides unwilling to budge.

Only strong action and focus on American interests will bring hope for a real solution.

Wyatt Matters

This story hits home for folks who value peace, family, and honesty. It proves that strength and standing firm matter on the world stage just as they do in our neighborhoods. Heartland Americans know you can’t give in to bullies if you want lasting peace.

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