KYIV (Reuters) – A Russian airstrike on Kyiv caused damage to buildings, roads, and power lines, according to the capital’s military administration early Sunday. The attack occurred as air defenses worked to counter a drone assault. Fortunately, no injuries were reported from this incident, which approached Kyiv from various directions in waves, stated Serhiy Popko, head of the Kyiv military administration. Moreover, the drone attack marked Russia’s second assault on Kyiv in as many nights, indicating a concerning trend. #KyivDroneAttack
Popko later clarified there was no fire, correcting the earlier report that emergency teams had been sent to respond to a fire in Shevchenkivskyi district caused by the attack. This incident marked Russia’s second drone assault on Kyiv in two consecutive nights. Popko noted that preliminary reports indicated all attack drones were destroyed, though the number launched at Kyiv remains unclear.
Falling debris from the drones damaged entrances and windows of at least five buildings in Shevchenkivskyi and Holosiivskyi districts, including a hostel and an office building. The military shared photos on Telegram showing a damaged entrance, shattered windows, and power lines down on the roadway. Witnesses in the area reported hearing explosions and seeing smoke rising above residential buildings, heightening concerns in these busy districts.
Kyiv, along with its surrounding areas and much of eastern Ukraine, experienced intermittent air raid alerts throughout the night. The Ukrainian military communicated these alerts via social media. #KyivDroneAttack
Ongoing Concerns Over Drone Attacks in Kyiv
In addition, falling debris from the drone attack affected several buildings in the Shevchenkivskyi and Holosiivskyi districts. Witnesses reported blasts and smoke rising from residential areas. As tensions escalate, the ongoing threat of a Kyiv drone attack remains a significant concern for residents and officials alike.
