Russia unleashes 500 drones, 50 missiles in latest attack; Full details

Five people were killed in a drone and missile attack in the western Ukrainian city of Lviv. A 15-year-old child was among the victims. The attack disrupted power supply to two areas and halted public transport for hours.

Kyiv: The three-year-long war between Russia and Ukraine is becoming more and more horrific. There are no signs of peace between the two countries. Meanwhile, Russia has once again launched a major attack on Ukraine. On Saturday night, Russia launched a massive bombardment of several areas of Ukraine with drones, missiles, and guided bombs. At least five civilians were killed in these attacks, including a 15-year-old child.

Over 50 Missiles, 500 Drones Launched

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that Russia launched attacks in nine different areas, using over 50 ballistic missiles and approximately 500 drones. The attacks targeted not only military installations but also residential areas, causing panic among civilians.

Last night, Ukraine once again came under a combined Russian attack – more than 50 missiles and about 500 attack drones. The Russians struck with cruise missiles, “shaheds” and Kinzhals among other things. The Lviv, Ivano-Frankivsk, Zaporizhzhia, Chernihiv, Sumy, Kharkiv,… pic.twitter.com/lcRrBTqXF1

— Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) October 5, 2025

Russia Ukraine War: Russia launches massive attack on Kyiv; Fired 550 missiles and drones

Power Outage And Traffic Disruption

Five people were killed in a drone and missile attack in the western Ukrainian city of Lviv. A 15-year-old child was among the victims. The attack disrupted power supply to two areas and halted public transport for hours. Lviv Mayor Andriy Sadovyi said a fire broke out in a commercial complex on the outskirts of the city, unrelated to any military activity.

Devastation In Other Cities

• The attacks were not limited to Lviv.
• One woman was killed and nine people were injured in Zaporizhzhia.
• The attack knocked out power to more than 73,000 homes.
• An apartment was attacked in Sloviansk (Donetsk), injuring six people and damaging several shops and vehicles.
• One person was also injured in the Ivano-Frankivsk region.

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Ukraine Response And Appeal

In response to these attacks, Ukraine also launched long-range strikes against several Russian targets. The Ukrainian military has specifically targeted the Russian oil industry, creating a fuel crisis. President Zelensky has requested additional air defense systems from Western countries to deter Russian airstrikes.

Civilian Life Deepens

Russia is targeting Ukraine's power supply, railway network, and infrastructure ahead of winter. This is causing civilians to face shortages of essential commodities like electricity, water, and heat. A recent attack in the city of Shostka also killed one person and injured several others.