Russia Hits Kyiv, Forcing NATO Air-Defense Test

Russia launched missiles and drones at Kyiv before a NATO summit, killing at least 22 people in early cross-source reports and sharpening Ukraine’s push for stronger air defenses.

1. Frame 1Russia launches missiles and drones at Kyiv before NATO summit, exposing Ukraine’s air defense gaps and civilian risk.
2. Frame 2Apartment blocks and city districts took hits as officials reported at least 22 deaths.
3. Frame 3Emergency crews searched damaged buildings while officials reported more than 100 wounded.
4. Frame 4Another major Kyiv strike in the same week showed Russia’s renewed focus on the capital.
5. Frame 5Zelensky headed to the summit seeking stronger air defenses, especially interceptors against ballistic missiles.
6. Frame 6Allied interceptor pledges now become the practical signal for whether Kyiv can blunt the next barrage.