India, July 19 -- Russia launched one of its largest ballistic missile attacks on Kyiv overnight, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Sunday, claiming the assault killed at least one person and injured 16 others.

Sharing details of the attack on X, Zelenskyy wrote: "Overnight, Russia carried out one of its largest ballistic missile attacks on Kyiv. The enemy launched more than 40 missiles of various types - most of them against the capital - and 120 attack drones."

Expressing condolences to the victim's family, he said emergency teams were continuing rescue operations.

"My condolences to all their families and loved ones. Everyone affected is receiving the necessary medical care. Emergency response efforts are continuing at...