Kyiv experienced a large-scale drone attack overnight for the second consecutive day, with air defenses engaged against incoming drones. Mayor Vitali Klitschko urged residents to seek shelter as blasts and gunfire rang out across the city. The attacks reportedly targeted several districts, with emergency services responding to incidents involving damage to residential buildings and vehicles. The assault followed Russia's largest drone barrage of the conflict, described as retaliation for recent Ukrainian strikes in Russian territory, raising concerns over the ongoing escalation of hostilities.
Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko warned residents on Telegram, "Stay in shelters! The massive attack on the capital continues," as drones targeted various districts.
Timur Tkachenko reported on Telegram that "drones are simultaneously attacking several districts of the city," underscoring the widespread nature of the assault.
Witnesses, including journalists from AFP and Reuters, described hearing multiple blasts and gunfire, indicating a chaotic scene across Kyiv amid the drone assault.
The Ukrainian military advised residents to seek bomb shelters as they confirmed ongoing strikes after Moscow's latest drone barrage, marking a significant escalation in conflict.
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