12 killed in Russian attacks on Ukraine as rescue work continues at destroyed building

Russian attacks across Ukraine killed at least 12 people, with ongoing rescue efforts in Dnipro after a residential building was hit. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy called for more air defense systems from allies. Meanwhile, Russia reported a Ukrainian drone strike killing five in Kursk region. Belarus increased forces along Ukraine’s northern border, citing security threats, but Ukraine dismissed this as Russian propaganda. The conflict continues to escalate on multiple fronts. Bd pratidin