Russian forces conducted their largest missile and drone attack on Ukraine in months, killing at least 13 people across multiple cities including the capital Kyiv, according to Ukrainian officials.

The strikes targeted civilian areas in what appears to be an escalation of Russian attacks following a period of reduced bombardment. The death toll varied slightly between reports, with some sources citing 15 fatalities.

The assault dispelled expectations that a temporary reduction in attacks during Orthodox Easter might signal a more lasting pause in the bombardment campaign. Moscow has renewed its focus on missile and drone strikes against civilian infrastructure and population centers.

The attacks come as Ukraine continues to face ongoing missile and drone threats that have persisted throughout the conflict. Ukrainian postal workers and other essential service providers have continued operating despite the dangerous conditions, with some mail carriers adapting their routes to navigate active combat zones.

The strikes represent the most significant bombardment in recent months, marking a notable intensification after a period of relatively fewer large-scale attacks on Ukrainian cities.