Russia launches deadliest aerial assault of the year on Ukraine, killing 16, officials say

April 16, 2026

TL;DR

Russia launched its deadliest aerial assault of the year on Ukraine.
The attack involved nearly 700 drones and 19 ballistic missiles.
16 people were killed, including a 12-year-old child.
Kyiv, Odesa, and Dnipro were among the cities heavily impacted.
Energy infrastructure in southeastern cities was targeted, causing power outages.
President Zelenskyy called for increased pressure on Moscow and no sanctions relief for Russia.
Ukraine has been increasing its long-range attacks on Russia's oil and gas infrastructure.
Russia claimed to have intercepted 207 Ukrainian drones, while Ukraine's Air Force reported downing 31 missiles and 636 drones.

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