Russia launches biggest ballistic missile strike on Kyiv, killing six and highlighting Patriot shortage

Russia unleashed its largest ballistic missile barrage of the war on Kyiv early Sunday, firing 41 missiles that killed at least six civilians and wounded dozens. Ukraine’s air defence shot down 18 of the missiles but the attack underscored a critical shortage of US‑made Patriot interceptors. President Zelensky called protection against ballistic missiles a top priority, while former US President Donald Trump said he is ready to grant licences for Ukraine to produce Patriots, though details remain vague. The strike also hit a postal depot near Kharkiv and damaged two oil tankers at the Caspian Pipeline Consortium terminal, halting loadings.