Russia attacks Kyiv using missile with cluster warhead to injure as many people as possible

Russian forces struck Kyiv with an Iskander ballistic missile on the night of 21-22 October. The missile was carrying a K5 cluster warhead, which is used to inflict maximum damage.

Source: Serhii "Flash" Beskrestnov, an adviser to the president and radio technology expert

Quote: "Tonight, Russia attacked the historic centre of Kyiv with an Iskander ballistic missile equipped with a K5 cluster warhead.

This warhead detonates above the ground and is used specifically for inflicting maximum harm to people and equipment over an area of 400 by 400 m. Its 58 bomblets explode in the air.

This strike was not carried out for military purposes. The goal was to destroy part of the Old Town and injure as many people as possible. We have many wounded civilians and widespread destruction."

Background: President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported that shortly after they had a meeting with the US special representative and discussions regarding peace and negotiations, the Russians attacked Kyiv with 21 missiles, killing at least two people and injuring more than 30.

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