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New York Times
5 days ago
- Politics
- New York Times
Russian Drone and Missile Strikes on Kyiv Kill at Least 14
Russia pummeled Kyiv with drones and missiles overnight on Tuesday, killing at least 14 people and badly damaging several residential buildings, according to the local authorities, in one of the deadliest attacks on the Ukrainian capital in months. Air raid sirens blared for nearly 10 hours in Kyiv, as residents endured an all too familiar soundtrack: the buzz of attack drones flying over neighborhoods, the staccato of heavy machine guns trying to shoot them down and the thud of air-defense missiles trying to intercept Russian missiles. As dawn broke, thick plumes of black smoke rose over the capital, and the acrid smell of burning hung heavy in the air. Damage was reported at more than a dozen sites across Kyiv, with several residential buildings in flames or gutted. More than 40 people were injured, officials said. 'Today, Kyiv endured another difficult night,' Tymur Tkachenko, the head of the Kyiv City Military Administration, wrote on social media. 'Another attack, more wounded, destroyed homes, human suffering and anxiety. Search and rescue operations under the rubble are ongoing.' Videos and images shared by residents and lawmakers after the attack showed a section of a multistory residential building collapsed, leaving a gaping hole in the apartment block. The local authorities warned that some victims might still be trapped under the rubble. It was unclear where exactly the 14 fatalities occurred across the capital. But Mayor Vitali Klitschko also said a 62-year-old U.S. citizen was found dead in the Solomianskyi district, near the city center, though it was not immediately clear if his death was linked to the attack. Tuesday's attack was the latest in a series of Russian air assaults that have intensified in recent weeks. Russia now regularly launches hundreds of drones at night in an effort to overwhelm Ukraine's air defenses, before firing missiles that are more difficult to intercept. The attack further dimmed already fragile hopes for a cease-fire. It came as world leaders gathered at the Group of 7 summit in Canada, where the Ukrainian president, Volodymyr Zelensky, was set to push for tougher sanctions on Russia and increased aid for his battered country. Mr. Zelensky had also been expected to meet President Trump on the sidelines of the meeting, but the American leader left the summit late on Monday and returned to Washington.
News24
6 days ago
- Climate
- News24
Body of missing 10-year-old girl found as Mthatha floods death toll rises to 88
The Mthatha floods death toll has risen to 88. The body of a 10-year-old girl who went missing in Libode was found on Sunday morning. The Eastern Cape Provincial Government will be hosting a provincial day of mourning on Thursday, in honour of those who lost their lives. The body of a 10-year-old girl who went missing in Libode, Eastern Cape has been found, bringing the total number of confirmed fatalities to 88 as a result of the Mthatha floods. The Eastern Cape Provincial Government on Sunday morning said of the 88 bodies where post-mortems have been completed, 83 have been positively identified by families and five are yet to be identified. 'About 56 bodies have been released to families at the end of the day on Saturday. The provincial government remains in close contact with affected families to provide necessities and psychosocial support,' the Eastern Cape government said in a statement. As rescue operations continue, Eastern Cape Premier Oscar Mabuyane has called on residents to report persons who went missing around Tuesday, 10 June 2025, in the areas that were affected by the severe weather conditions, to law enforcement. Mabuyane expressed deep concern for those still unaccounted for, saying the information from the public will assist in focusing efforts effectively and bringing closure to anxious families. READ | Flood-hit Mthatha residents picking up the pieces and searching for loved ones Last week, a bitterly cold winter storm tore through the largely rural and underdeveloped Eastern Cape, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. The hardest hit was Mthatha, where relentless downpours caused a river to burst its banks, swallowing roads, submerging homes and claiming scores of lives. To honour those who lost their lives, the province has announced it would hold a provincial day of mourning on Thursday, 19 June, in Decoligny Village, Mthatha. 'This solemn occasion is dedicated to honouring the memory of all the individuals who tragically lost their lives during these floods,' Mabuyane said. The premier determined that all non-essential programmes and events that were scheduled for this day in the province be postponed. 'The provincial government recognises the profound pain and loss suffered by the affected families and communities, and it remains committed to standing with them in this difficult time,' Mabuyane added. The event is open to the public, including faith-based organisations, religious leaders, and congregations across the province.
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Russian 7 June strike on Kharkiv: death toll rises to four
Emergency workers in Kharkiv have discovered the body of a fourth person killed in the Russian strike on the city on 7 June under the rubble. Search and rescue operations are ongoing. Source: State Emergency Service of Ukraine on Telegram Quote: "Kharkiv: emergency workers found the body of a fourth person while clearing rubble at a civilian facility in Kharkiv's Kyivskyi district. Efforts are currently underway to recover the body." Aftermath of the Russian attack on Kharkiv Photo: State Emergency Service of Ukraine Details: Search and rescue operations are ongoing. Aftermath of the Russian attack on Kharkiv Photo: State Emergency Service of Ukraine "There is a possibility that people are still trapped under the rubble," the State Emergency Service reported. Background: At around 17:35 on 7 June, Russia used four guided aerial bombs to attack the Shevchenkivskyi and Kyivskyi districts of Kharkiv. A 30-year-old woman who worked for Ukrzaliznytsia (Ukrainian Railways) was killed. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported that more than 40 people had been injured. Late on 7 June, Oleh Syniehubov, Head of Kharkiv Oblast Military Administration, reported that a 62-year-old man had died in hospital from injuries caused by the strike, and two more people were in an extremely serious condition. It later became known that a children's railway instructor, Volodymyr Kovtun, had died from his injuries. On 11 June, the body of a third person was found under the rubble of a facility. Support Ukrainska Pravda on Patreon!
Al Bawaba
04-06-2025
- Climate
- Al Bawaba
44 dead, 800,000 affected as torrential rains sweep northeast India
Published June 4th, 2025 - 04:51 GMT In Assam, one of the hardest-hit states, authorities confirmed 17 deaths, including six in the past 24 hours and five due to landslides. ALBAWABA- At least 44 people have lost their lives and over 800,000 have been affected as relentless rains and devastating landslides batter India's northeastern states. Also Read Weird clouds appear in Indianapolis following tornado The deluge, ongoing since last week, has submerged villages, triggered deadly landslides, and forced thousands from their homes. In Assam, one of the hardest-hit states, authorities confirmed 17 deaths, including six in the past 24 hours and five due to landslides. Over 617,000 people across 1,489 villages have been impacted, with emergency relief efforts underway. — Economic Times (@EconomicTimes) June 4, 2025 Arunachal Pradesh reported 12 rain-related fatalities, while neighboring Sikkim has also been ravaged by landslides. The Indian Army, leading rescue operations in the treacherous terrain of north Sikkim, said two soldiers and a porter were killed, with search efforts ongoing for six missing individuals. 'Every life matters,' the Army stated, underscoring the challenges posed by unstable ground and high-altitude weather conditions. Other northeastern states have also reported casualties, though specific figures remain forthcoming. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with local authorities on Tuesday, assuring full federal support for the affected regions. © 2000 - 2025 Al Bawaba (
The Independent
02-06-2025
- Climate
- The Independent
At least 200 dead in flood-hit Nigerian town as rescues called off
Devastating flooding in Mokwa, Nigeria, has resulted in at least 200 deaths, according to local official Musa Kimboku, with rescue operations now called off as authorities believe there are no survivors. The flooding, triggered by heavy rainfall, affected at least 500 households across three communities, displacing over 3,000 people and causing significant infrastructure damage, including washed-away roads and collapsed bridges. Authorities are exhuming bodies from beneath the rubble to prevent disease outbreaks, while the Niger State Emergency service reported 11 injuries in addition to the fatalities. President Bola Tinubu has ordered an emergency response to aid victims and expedite recovery efforts in the region. Mokwa, a farming region unaccustomed to such severe flooding, experienced prolonged dry spells worsened by climate change, followed by excessive rainfall, leading to the deadly event.
