Russia hits Kyiv with drones and ballistic missiles, killing 1 and injuring 31
Summary
Russia launched a large drone and missile attack on Kyiv, Ukraine’s capital, killing one person and injuring 33. Ukraine’s Air Force said they intercepted many missiles and drones, but some hit civilian areas causing damage to buildings and infrastructure across several cities.Key Facts
- The attack happened early on Thursday morning and targeted Kyiv mainly.
- Ukraine’s Air Force shot down or jammed 693 targets, including 41 missiles and 652 drones.
- Fifteen missiles and 23 drones hit 24 locations directly; debris fell on 18 more locations.
- The attack used both ballistic and cruise missiles.
- Residential buildings, including a multistory apartment, were damaged; some collapsed and people were rescued from rubble.
- Other cities hit include Kremenchuk, Bila Tserkva, Kharkiv, Sumy, and Odesa.
- The attack followed President Trump’s rare trip to China to meet with its leader Xi Jinping.
- Kyiv’s water supply was disrupted in some areas due to the damage.
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