Russian Missiles Hit Kyiv Dormitory, Killing One as Ceasefire Nears

Russian air attacks struck Kyiv late on October 26, killing at least one person and injuring ten others. The strikes hit a university dormitory and other civilian sites. Mayor Vitali Klitschko stated that most of the injured were students from the dormitory. The building belongs to the State University of Trade and Economics, which enrolls more than 15,000 students.

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy used social media to criticize delays in air defense deliveries. He argued that constant threats allow terror to thrive. Zelenskyy called on partners to provide the proper tools to destroy Russian ballistic missile launchers. He described this as the most effective way to save lives.

The attacks occurred just before a US-negotiated ceasefire was set to begin in Oleshky. A bipartisan group of US lawmakers is pressing the White House to increase efforts to defend Ukraine. These legislators challenge President Donald Trump’s decision to ease restrictions on Russian energy imports. They also demand guarantees that Kyiv will retain access to critical American military and intelligence support.

Republicans and Democrats have warned that decisions benefiting Moscow could undermine US national security. They argue such moves may weaken congressional authority and prolong the war. The pushback follows the administration’s authorization of transactions involving Russian diesel fuel. This happened amid reports that Ukraine’s access to SpaceX’s Starlink and Starshield satellite communications systems was restricted.

Ukrainian officials said the satellite disruptions affected military operations. They noted that connection speeds were restored in recent days. Questions remain about who imposed the initial restrictions. Zelenskyy has called for increased supplies of Patriot missiles for months. He said last week that Ukraine was still waiting for previously agreed deliveries of interceptors.

Russian officials continue to deny targeting civilian infrastructure. The full-scale invasion began in February 2022. The strikes on October 26 represent the latest in a series of barrages involving ballistic missiles and drones. The next scheduled step is the start of the ceasefire in Oleshky.