Russia launched a massive wave of hundreds of drones and dozens of missiles across Ukraine, striking the capital Kyiv and surrounding areas, resulting in at least four deaths and 83 injuries. The overnight attacks, which continued into Sunday, also caused damage to residential buildings and schools.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that Kyiv was the primary target of the extensive aerial assault. This escalation follows recent accusations by Russia against Ukraine for an attack on a student dormitory in Starobilsk, which killed 21 people. Russia's defense ministry claimed the strikes were a response to Ukrainian attacks on civilian infrastructure.

Ukraine's armed forces confirmed an attack near Starobilsk in Russian-occupied eastern Ukraine but maintained it targeted an elite Russian military unit, not a dormitory. The general staff of Ukraine's armed forces reported detecting 90 missiles and 600 drones from Saturday evening, with early data indicating that 55 missiles and 549 drones were shot down or intercepted. However, 19 missiles may have reached their targets.

Russia's defense ministry announced the use of its Oreshnik hypersonic missile, which can travel at speeds exceeding Mach 10 and is reportedly capable of carrying conventional and nuclear warheads. President Zelensky had previously warned of potential Russian attacks and the possible deployment of this advanced missile. He claimed the Oreshnik was used against Bila Tserkva in the Kyiv region, though Ukrainian officials later stated that confirmation was pending.

This reported use of the Oreshnik missile marks potentially the third time it has been deployed in the conflict. The weapon's capabilities have drawn international concern. French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz have condemned its reported use.

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas described Russia's actions as a "political scare-tactic and reckless nuclear-brinkmanship." She indicated that EU foreign ministers would convene next week to discuss increasing international pressure on Russia.

The scale of the attack, with over 50 locations across Kyiv reportedly targeted, underscores the ongoing intensity of the conflict. The damage to civilian infrastructure, including residential buildings and schools, highlights the broader impact on Ukraine's population.

Questions remain regarding the full extent of the damage and casualties, as well as the specific targets and effectiveness of the Russian strikes. The international community's response and potential measures to de-escalate the situation are also points of focus.