A Russian ballistic missile strike on Kyiv on July 31 left a trail of destruction, killing at least 16 and injuring over 130. The attack targeted a residential area, causing widespread damage to buildings and infrastructure. Kateryna Naralnyk, a 66-year-old grandmother, recounted the chaos after the strike when she saw black smoke from her apartment building, unable to hear anything as the impact occurred. She described the moment as a sudden and overwhelming experience, with rescuers working tirelessly to clear the debris of her destroyed home. The attack has sparked renewed concerns about the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and its impact on civilian populations.