Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has requested more support from allies for air defense, following a Russian attack that left 13 dead in Kyiv.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Monday called for greater support from allies for Ukraine's air defense, especially a license from the U.S. to produce Patriot missiles, following a devastating Russian attack on Kyiv that resulted in 13 deaths and 86 injuries. Zelensky emphasized the importance of these measures to stop the war and prevent similar attacks in the future. Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko confirmed the tragic toll of the attack, which was initially reported to have nine deaths. Additionally, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha urged international partners not to delay decisions regarding the provision of air defense systems, highlighting the urgency of the situation following the devastating attack.