Kyiv Hit by Ballistic Missiles Overnight; Three Injured
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- Kyiv was targeted by ballistic missiles overnight, according to city officials.
- Mayor Vitali Klitschko reported at least three injuries and fires in several districts.
- The attacks caused damage to an office building and an uninhabited structure, as Ukraine continues to defend against Russia's ongoing invasion.
The Ukrainian capital, Kyiv, came under renewed missile attack overnight, with city officials reporting the use of ballistic missiles. Mayor Vitali Klitschko and military governor Tymur Tkatschenko announced the strikes via Telegram, urging residents to seek shelter in protective structures.
The enemy attacked the city with ballistic missiles.
A reporter on the ground described multiple waves of attacks. According to Mayor Klitschko, at least three people were injured. Fires broke out in several districts across the city following the strikes. Preliminary reports from Tkatschenko indicated damage in an eastern district, with a fire erupting in an office building in the western part of the city. An uninhabited building was also reported damaged.
At least three people were injured.
Ukraine has been defending itself against Russia's full-scale invasion for over four years. The latest attacks underscore the persistent threat faced by the capital despite ongoing defense efforts.
Fires broke out in several districts.
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Originally published by Die Zeit in German. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.
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