# The United Nations Human Rights Monitoring Mission in Ukraine has condemned the deadly wave of Russian missile and drone strikes over the weekend. At least 12 people, including three children, were killed in widespread strikes in the Kyiv region. Ukrainian officials confirmed that Russia launched 298 drones and 69 missiles. The UN says the attack underscores the grave risks of using powerful explosive weapons in populated areas. It adds that this is yet another addition to the staggering human toll this war continues to inflict on civilians.
UN condemns deadly wave of Russian missile and drone strikes in Ukraine