Following a tense day of intense attacks on Wednesday, Russia continued its strikes on Ukraine overnight, resulting in at least one death and 40 injuries in the capital, Kyiv, after reported hits on civilian infrastructure.
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy responded to the strikes, stating: "These are definitely not the actions of those who believe the war is coming to an end. It is important that partners do not remain silent about this strike." He revealed that over the last 30 hours, Russia deployed more than 1,500 drones against Ukraine.
Kyiv's mayor, Vitali Klitschko, reported that at least 18 apartments were destroyed as a direct result of the attack, with water supply problems on the left bank of Kyiv. He added that 40 people were injured, 31 of whom required hospitalisation.
Regional Developments
Elsewhere in Europe, attention turns to the Charlemagne ceremony in Germany, a meeting between the Finnish and Lithuanian presidents to discuss regional security, and media reports about potential US troop movements out of Poland—though the Polish government has denied these claims.
Additionally, tonight marks the second Eurovision semi-final.
It is Thursday, 14 May 2026, and this is Europe Live.
