A Russian missile barrage overnight Thursday killed at least 12 people in Kyiv as explosions echoed across the capital throughout the night, local authorities said. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Associated Press.
The attack also wounded 33 people. Rescue workers and medics are providing assistance to the victims. Buildings in the city were damaged, and metro stations were used as temporary shelters.
AP photographers published images from the scene: a policeman stands next to the bodies of two people killed, and residents take shelter in a metro station. The photos were taken by Francisco Seco and Danylo Antoniuk.
This attack is one of the most massive on the Ukrainian capital in recent days. Local authorities warn that the death toll may rise as rescue operations continue.
The Russian side has not yet given an official comment on this attack. The international community condemns strikes on Ukraine and expresses support for Kyiv.
Identification of the victims is underway. Some of the wounded have been taken to hospitals, their condition varies.
This event once again demonstrates the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and the threat to civilian safety. The Kyiv administration urges residents to take shelter during air raids.
According to AP, the attack began in the night hours and continued until morning. Several districts of the city were affected, including residential buildings.
Rescuers continue to search for people under the rubble. Local authorities are updating information about the dead and wounded.
This attack once again underscores that the war in Ukraine continues, and civilians are in danger. The international community condemns strikes on Ukraine and expresses support for Kyiv.
Identification of the victims is underway. Some of the wounded have been taken to hospitals, their condition varies.
This event once again demonstrates the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and the threat to civilian safety. The Kyiv administration urges residents to take shelter during air raids.
According to AP, the attack began in the night hours and continued until morning. Several districts of the city were affected, including residential buildings.
Rescuers continue to search for people under the rubble. Local authorities are updating information about the dead and wounded.