US Edition'Russia’s Latest Escalation of Terror' — Ukraine Calls Emergency UN Security Council Meeting Following Large-Scale Attack on Kyiv
KYIV, UKRAINE, JUL 31 – Russia's overnight attack on Kyiv killed at least 16 civilians and injured 159, including 12 children, prompting an urgent UN Security Council meeting on Russian aggression.
- On July 31, 2025, Russia carried out a major drone and missile strike on Kyiv, resulting in the deaths of at least 16 individuals and causing injuries to 159 others, including 12 children.
- This attack followed a dramatic rise in drone use, with 6,297 Shahed and Gerbera drones launched in July 2025, a 1,378% increase compared to July 2024.
- The July drone count nearly matches the total from January to October 2024, signaling a significant escalation in Russia's aerial campaign.
- Ukraine has requested a special session of the UN Security Council on August 1 in New York City to address Russia’s recent surge in attacks, with officials calling for unified efforts to achieve an immediate ceasefire.
- The intensified attacks and stalled peace talks led to proposed sweeping secondary sanctions against Russia’s exports and trading partners like China and India.
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