Russia launched one of the most massive aerial attacks in recent months against Ukraine early Monday. Among the affected targets is the Dormition Cathedral of the Kyiv Pechersk Lavra, one of the great spiritual and cultural emblems of Ukraine and Orthodox Christianity, founded in the 11th century, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site. The attack caused a spectacular fire.

The death toll from Thursday's combined Russian drone and missile attack on Kiev has risen to 23, the city's military governor, Timur Tkachenko, reported on his Telegram account. He did not specify whether any minors were among them. These new victims are in addition to those announced Thursday, including four children and 63 injured (11 children). Thirty-five of the injured, including six children, have required hospitalization. The death toll could rise, as it has been doing throughout the day.