Russia carries out a large-scale missile and drone attack on Kyiv, according to multiple reports. The strikes come hours after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warns of a “massive” impending Russian assault, and residents hear strong explosions across the capital. Media accounts report deaths ranging from at least 10 to at least 13, with dozens of people injured. Several attacks damage civilian infrastructure, including residential buildings and apartment blocks, with fires reported after impacts.
Ukrainian officials say the bombardment lasts through the night and occurs in multiple waves. The Ukrainian Air Force reports large numbers of incoming weapons, including tens of missiles and hundreds of drones, while Ukraine’s air defenses intercept many of them, though some projectiles still reach the city. Kyiv’s mayor and Kyiv city authorities report damage to multiple locations and describe extensive emergency response efforts.
The attacks also prompt regional responses: at least one neighboring country briefly scrambles fighter jets to monitor possible airspace violations. Ukrainian officials call for stronger air-defense support from allies. Reporting also notes that the death toll may rise as rescue work continues.
