The European Union’s mission building in Kyiv was damaged by the shockwaves from explosions following missile strikes on the Ukrainian capital, after Russia launched a new wave of attacks shortly after midnight on Wednesday, August 27.
European Council President Antonio Costa expressed that he was “shocked” by the latest mass attack, which killed at least 13 people and caused damage to the EU diplomatic mission.
“My thoughts are with the victims in Ukraine and with the staff of the EU delegation, whose building was damaged in this deliberate Russian strike,” Costa wrote on X.
He emphasized that the EU will not be intimidated, adding that Russia’s attacks only strengthen the Union’s resolve to support Ukraine and its people.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen condemned the Russian assault on Kyiv and the damage to the EU mission in a post on X.
“Another night of Russia’s relentless bombings struck civilian infrastructure and killed innocent people. It also hit our EU delegation in Kyiv. Our staff are safe.” She also stressed that Russia immediately needs to stop its indiscriminate attacks on civilian infrastructure and engage in negotiations for a just and lasting peace.
EU Ambassador to Ukraine Katarina Mathernova clarified that the mission “suffered serious damage from the shockwaves” of the bombings.
A photo posted by Costa shows the extent of the destruction at the EU offices: the roof collapsed, and windows were shattered. However, no members of the mission were injured, according to a European diplomat.
EU Enlargement Commissioner Marta Koss also commented on X: “The EU delegation in Kyiv was damaged by today’s Russian strikes on civilians areas.”
She unequivocally condemned the attacks, calling them brutal and emphasizing that they are a clear sign that Russia rejects peace and prefers terror. “Our full solidarity goes to the EU staff, their families, and all Ukrainians enduring this aggression,” the Slovenian commissioner added.
