9 killed, 60 injured in Russian strikes on Ukrainian cities

At least nine people died and more than 60 were injured in Russian air strikes that hit major Ukrainian cities, including Kyiv, Dnipro, and Kharkiv, on Tuesday. Media reports indicated that Russia has continued its campaign against Ukraine’s energy infrastructure and power supply networks.

In the southeastern city of Dnipro, a Russian missile and drone attack resulted in five deaths and 25 injuries, according to regional governor Oleksandr Hanzha. He posted on Telegram that all injured individuals were hospitalized and in moderate condition. Hanzha shared images depicting destroyed residential buildings, burnt-out vehicles, and a damaged children’s playground.

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In the Obolon district, cars are burning after being struck by falling missile debris.

Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko reported at least four fatalities and 51 injuries in the capital, including children. A suspected missile strike on a 24-story apartment building caused a section to collapse, raising fears that residents might be trapped. Klitschko also noted that a nine-story apartment building was among several structures set ablaze by falling missile debris. "In the Obolon district, cars are burning after being struck by falling missile debris," he stated, adding that fires also occurred in open areas, including one near a kindergarten.

Witnesses described thousands of residents seeking refuge in Kyiv's subway system early Tuesday, carrying belongings and mattresses as air defense systems responded to the attacks. The conflict, now in its fifth year, has led to casualties on both sides, though both Moscow and Kyiv deny intentionally targeting civilians.

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There are also fires at two locations in open areas, including one near a kindergarten.