Today is a Day of Mourning in Kyiv for those killed in Russia’s massive attack on August 20.

At least 16 people have been killed and dozens more injured so far.

The attack damaged residential buildings, industrial facilities, warehouses, hospitals, cars, a school, and a shop.

The aggressor state has once again resorted to outright terror, striking civilian infrastructure and peaceful civilians.

Russia must be held accountable for this and all its other crimes against Ukraine.

Eternal memory to those who lost their lives. Our deepest condolences to their families and loved ones.

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Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Andrii Sybiha: "A horrible and sleepless night in Kyiv. This was one of the most brutal Russian attacks to date, with ballistic missiles raining down on our capital one after another. 

At least 12 people were killed in Kyiv, and one more in the Kyiv region. A school, a children’s hospital, and residential buildings were severely damaged. Russia also attacked Chernihiv and Odesa regions. 

With such horrific war crimes Putin wants to demonstrate complete impunity. 

Each Russian ballistic missile is an act of barbarism. And each interceptor delivered to Ukraine is an act of humanity and saved human lives. 

We know partners who can deliver these interceptors, and we urge them once again to act without delay. Every delay is measured in human lives. 

We are informing all states and international organizations of the consequences of this attack, and we urge them to take immediate, concrete steps to intensify pressure on Russia and bolster support for Ukraine. 

I urge Ukrainians abroad to take action. We are calling on the Ukrainian World Congress, as well as all Ukrainian organizations and communities in key capitals and around the world, to raise their voices now. 

We call for three critical measures to protect human lives: 

- Deliver air defense: Transfer or sell additional interceptors and air defense systems to Ukraine. 

- Tighten sanctions: Increase sanctions pressure to cripple Russia’s ability to manufacture these instruments of terror. 

- Build defense capabilities: Partner with Ukraine to develop anti-ballistic capabilities".

https://mfa.gov.ua/en/

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To honour the memory of the victims of this terrorist attack, on August 21 the State Flag of Ukraine will be flown at half-mast at the Embassy of Ukraine in the Republic of Mozambique.

The Book of Condolences will also be opened electronically. Messages of condolences and support may be sent to: [email protected].

We remember every victim of Russia’s aggression.