A child was among three people killed in Russian missile attacks near Kyiv on Saturday, as President Volodymyr Zelensky warned of Ukraine's dwindling supplies of missile interceptors overnight.

The attacks came hours after Zelensky arrived in Belgrade on a landmark visit to Serbia, a country with close ties to Moscow, according to reports.

Russian missile strikes in Kyiv region

Ukrainian authorities confirmed that three people had been killed in the strikes, including a child, with several more injured. The attacks are the latest in a series of Russian strikes on Ukraine, which has been ongoing since the conflict began.

The visit to Serbia by Zelensky is seen as a bid to shore up diplomatic support for Ukraine, with the country's relations with Russia continuing to deteriorate. This comes as Ukraine's supplies of missile interceptors are reportedly dwindling, leaving the country vulnerable to further attacks.

Ukraine's dwindling defences

Zelensky's warning of dwindling supplies of missile interceptors comes as Ukraine's defences against Russian attacks become increasingly strained. With the conflict showing no signs of abating, Ukraine's military is struggling to keep pace with the constant barrage of missile strikes.

The visit to Serbia is also seen as a bid to counter Russian influence in the region, with Moscow having close ties to Belgrade. This move is part of a broader effort by Ukraine to strengthen its diplomatic support and secure crucial backing from its international allies.

Conflict shows no signs of abating

The ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia has left a trail of devastation in its wake, with thousands of civilians killed or injured. The Russian missile strikes near Kyiv on Saturday are just the latest in a series of attacks that have targeted Ukraine's civilian population.

As the situation on the ground continues to deteriorate, the international community is coming under increasing pressure to take action to bring an end to the conflict. With diplomatic efforts faltering, it remains to be seen whether a peaceful resolution can be found.