As Russia’s invasion enters its 21st day, the Ukrainian capital Kyiv has come under severe attack.
According to reports, Russia’s offensive in Ukraine moved closer to central Kyiv on Tuesday, with a series of strikes targeting a residential area as the leaders of three NATO member countries scheduled a visit to Ukraine’s beleaguered city.
On Tuesday, Ukrainians allegedly awoke to massive booms around Kyiv from what police claimed were artillery attacks. The bombardment sparked a massive fire and a desperate rescue operation in a 15-story residential complex. One person was killed, while others are still trapped inside.
This happened as peace discussions were set to resume Tuesday morning.
Meanwhile, as Russia intensified its attack on Kyiv, the leaders of Poland, the Czech Republic, and Slovenia said that they will travel to Ukraine’s capital on a European Union mission to show support for the country on Tuesday, according to sources.
“The aim of the visit is to express the European Union’s unequivocal support for Ukraine and its freedom and independence,” Czech Prime Minister, Petr Fiala, said in a tweet.
As Russia’s invasion of Ukraine began its 21st day, Russian and Ukrainian diplomats prepared a second day of talks.