Russian officials have announced intentions to increase attacks on military and defense industry targets in Kyiv and other Ukrainian regions. This statement reflects the stated objectives of the Russian military, though specific operational details remain unverified.

The Russian Defense Ministry stated that it intends to increase strikes on military, defense industry, and related infrastructure in Kyiv and other Ukrainian regions. These claims have not been independently verified.

The Russian Defense Ministry stated it was aware of Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky’s comments, which Moscow characterized as referring to the "Kiev regime," regarding plans to increase strikes on Russian oil refineries in response to attacks on Ukrainian defense facilities.

The Russian Defense Ministry stated that a strike caused damage to apartment buildings, private homes, and vehicles. The ministry also reported that civilians were killed and wounded, although independent verification of these specific casualty figures has not been confirmed.