Russia blames US air defense for monastery fire
On Monday, Ukraine reported a fire at the historic Petjerska Lavra monastery in Kyiv following Russian airstrikes. Ukraine claims Russia deliberately targeted the UNESCO World Heritage site, with Kyiv’s military administration head, Tymur Tkatjenko, stating it was seriously damaged in a “direct attack.” Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrij Sybiha announced that Ukraine will initiate procedures in […]
6/15/2026 2:48:51 AM