Ongoing Conflict in Ukraine

Russia's relentless missile attacks on Ukraine are increasingly targeting urban infrastructure, especially as the new academic year begins. Recent strikes in Kyiv have damaged a water treatment plant and two schools, highlighting the harsh realities faced by civilians. Despite the constant danger, many Ukrainians have adapted to the situation, learning to differentiate the sounds of missiles and drones to assess their proximity and severity. This adaptation, however, comes at a psychological cost, as the war continues to impact mental health and emotional stability, particularly among children who experience bombings during significant life moments like their first day of school.